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Which area of the macula is responsible for the sharpest visual acuity and is used for daytime and color vision?

  1. Macula

  2. Fovea centralis

  3. Ciliary

  4. Anterior Chamber

The correct answer is: Fovea centralis

The macula is a small area located in the center of the retina, responsible for our central vision. Within the macula, there is a specific area called the fovea centralis which is responsible for the sharpest visual acuity and is used for daytime and color vision. The ciliary and anterior chamber are not part of the macula and are not responsible for visual acuity or color vision.