Optometry Review: Sight vs Vision

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What is the primary function of sight?

To perceive images and detect light (correct)
To maintain overall eye health and function
To maintain eye coordination and depth perception
To interpret visual information effectively

What is the difference between sight and vision?

Vision is a broader term, while sight is more specific (correct)
Sight and vision are interchangeable terms
There is no difference between sight and vision
Sight is a broader term, while vision is more specific

What is included in the overall health and function of the eyes?

Only the ability to interpret and process visual information
Factors such as eye coordination, depth perception, and the ability to interpret and process visual information effectively (correct)
Only the physical act of seeing
Only the ability to focus and detect light

What is the relationship between sight and vision?

<p>Sight is a part of vision, but vision is not a part of sight (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between physical act of seeing and overall health and function of the eyes?

<p>One is a narrower term, while the other is a broader term (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Sight vs Vision

Sight: Refers to the actual act of seeing, encompassing the ability to:
- Focus
- Detect light
- Perceive images
Vision: Encompasses the overall health and function of the eyes, including:
- Eye coordination
- Depth perception
- Ability to interpret and process visual information effectively
Key distinction: Sight is more about the physical act of seeing, while vision involves the broader functionality and health of the visual system.

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Test your understanding of the key differences between sight and vision, including the physical act of seeing, eye coordination, depth perception, and visual information processing. Prepare for your primary pre-final reviewer exam in Doctor of Optometry with this quiz.