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Which of the following structures of the eye is responsible for focusing and inverting images?
Which of the following structures of the eye is responsible for focusing and inverting images?
- Cornea
- Fovea (correct)
- Optic Disc
- Pupil
What role does the iris play in the function of the eye?
What role does the iris play in the function of the eye?
- It is the clear and curved part of the eye.
- It is the opening of the eye.
- It focuses light onto the retina.
- It controls the amount of light entering the eye. (correct)
If the eye is compared to a camera, which part of the eye is most analogous to the camera lens?
If the eye is compared to a camera, which part of the eye is most analogous to the camera lens?
- Retina
- Pupil
- Cornea (correct)
- Optic Nerve
How would vision be affected if the lens of the eye lost its flexibility?
How would vision be affected if the lens of the eye lost its flexibility?
Which of the following describes the path light takes as it enters the eye?
Which of the following describes the path light takes as it enters the eye?
If the optic disc is also known as the blind spot, what best describes its function?
If the optic disc is also known as the blind spot, what best describes its function?
What is the primary role of the ciliary muscles in the eye?
What is the primary role of the ciliary muscles in the eye?
What is the function of the aqueous humor?
What is the function of the aqueous humor?
Which two structures of the eye contain liquid?
Which two structures of the eye contain liquid?
In what way does the retina contribute to vision?
In what way does the retina contribute to vision?
Flashcards
Sclera
Sclera
Thick, white outer layer of the eye; provides protection and support.
Cornea
Cornea
Clear, curved front of the eye; helps focus light.
Lens
Lens
Flexible structure that focuses light onto the retina.
Pupil
Pupil
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Iris
Iris
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Aqueous Humor
Aqueous Humor
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Vitreous Humor
Vitreous Humor
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Retina
Retina
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Fovea
Fovea
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Optic Disc
Optic Disc
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Study Notes
Eye Anatomy
- The sclera is thick and white.
- The vitreous humor is a clear jelly.
- The cornea is clear and curved.
- The lens is flexible.
- The pupil is an opening.
- The iris is a colored muscle.
- The aqueous humor is watery.
- The retina has rods and cones.
- Ciliary muscles are present.
- The superior muscle is located at the top of the eye.
- Blood vessels are part of the eye's structure.
- The fovea is the area of most focused, upside-down image.
- The optic disc is the blind spot.
- The optic nerve is present.
- The inferior muscle is located at the bottom of the eye.
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