Why does it take some time to see objects in a dim room when we enter the room from bright sunlight outside?

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(N/A) In bright sunlight,the size of the pupil is small to restrict the amount of light entering the eye. When we enter a dim room,the pupil takes some time to dilate (expand) so that more light can enter the eye,which eventually allows us to see objects clearly.

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