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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 ______.
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.
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.
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.
The ______, located behind the pupil, dynamically adjusts its shape to accurately focus on objects at varying distances, much like a camera lens.
Functioning as the conduit for visual data, the ______ transmits signals from the retina to the brain, enabling visual perception.
Functioning as the conduit for visual data, the ______ transmits signals from the retina to the brain, enabling visual perception.
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.
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.
Analogous to a tough outer shell, the ______ constitutes the white part of the eye, providing protection to its inner, more delicate structures.
Analogous to a tough outer shell, the ______ constitutes the white part of the eye, providing protection to its inner, more delicate structures.
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.
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.
Produced by tiny glands, ______ are essential for maintaining eye moisture and cleanliness, with excessive production occurring during emotional responses such as crying.
Produced by tiny glands, ______ are essential for maintaining eye moisture and cleanliness, with excessive production occurring during emotional responses such as crying.
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.
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.
Flashcards
Cornea
Cornea
Clear, protective outer layer at the front of the eye that allows light to enter.
Iris
Iris
The colored part of the eye that controls the amount of light entering the eye by adjusting the size of the pupil.
Pupil
Pupil
The opening in the center of the iris through which light passes.
Lens
Lens
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Retina
Retina
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Optic Nerve
Optic Nerve
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Sclera
Sclera
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Eyelids and Eyelashes
Eyelids and Eyelashes
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Tears
Tears
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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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