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

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    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.

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