Anatomy of the Eye

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The eye structure that functions similarly to a camera's aperture, adjusting to control the amount of light entering the eye, is called the ______.

iris

Acting as a protective shield, the ______ is the clear, front window of the eye that allows light to enter and safeguards the inner components.

cornea

Similar to the function of wallpaper, the ______ houses photoreceptor cells at the back of the eye, converting light into signals for the brain.

retina

The ______, located behind the pupil, dynamically adjusts its shape to accurately focus on objects at varying distances, much like a camera lens.

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Functioning as the conduit for visual data, the ______ transmits signals from the retina to the brain, enabling visual perception.

<p>optic nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______, which appears as the black spot in the center of the iris, functions as an adjustable opening, expanding in low light and contracting in bright light to regulate the amount of light entering the eye.

<p>pupil</p> Signup and view all the answers

Analogous to a tough outer shell, the ______ constitutes the white part of the eye, providing protection to its inner, more delicate structures.

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Acting as a protective mechanism against environmental irritants and intense light, ______ function as curtains that can close, while eyelashes serve as miniature brooms to keep foreign particles out of the eyes.

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Produced by tiny glands, ______ are essential for maintaining eye moisture and cleanliness, with excessive production occurring during emotional responses such as crying.

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If the retina is like the film, and the lens is like the adjustable focus, then damage to the ______ would be like cutting the cable that connects the camera to the computer.

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Cornea

Clear, protective outer layer at the front of the eye that allows light to enter.

Iris

The colored part of the eye that controls the amount of light entering the eye by adjusting the size of the pupil.

Pupil

The opening in the center of the iris through which light passes.

Lens

Structure behind the pupil that focuses light on the retina.

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Retina

The light-sensitive layer of tissue at the back of the eye. Converts light into electrical signals.

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Optic Nerve

Transmits signals from the retina to the brain.

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Sclera

The tough, white outer coat of the eyeball that protects the inner eye.

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Eyelids and Eyelashes

Protect the eyes from dust and bright light.

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Tears

Keeps the eyes moist and clean.

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Study Notes

  • Parts of the eye work together to enable sight.

Cornea

  • A clear, protective outer layer at the front of the eye.
  • Facilitates light entry.

Iris

  • The colored part of the eye.
  • Controls the amount of light entering the eye by adjusting in size.

Pupil

  • An opening in the center of the iris.
  • It regulates light passage to the retina, constricting in bright light and enlarging in dim conditions.

Lens

  • Located behind the pupil.
  • It focuses light on the retina by changing shape to accommodate varying distances.

Retina

  • The inner layer at the back of the eye.
  • Contains photoreceptor cells that convert light into electrical signals.
  • Sends signals to the brain to be interpreted as images.

Optic Nerve

  • Transmits electrical signals from the retina to the brain.

Sclera

  • The tough, white outer layer of the eye.
  • Protects internal structures.

Eyelids and Eyelashes

  • Eyelids act as protective barriers against dust and bright light.
  • Eyelashes prevent debris from entering the eye.

Tears

  • Produced by glands to keep the eyes clean and moist.
  • Excess tears are released when crying.

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