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What is the sclera?
What is the sclera?
What does the optic nerve do?
What does the optic nerve do?
What is the primary function of the cornea?
What is the primary function of the cornea?
What is the function of the lens?
What is the function of the lens?
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What does the ciliary body do?
What does the ciliary body do?
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What is the role of the choroid in the eye?
What is the role of the choroid in the eye?
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What does the retina do?
What does the retina do?
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What is the optic disk?
What is the optic disk?
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What function does vitreous humor serve?
What function does vitreous humor serve?
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What is the primary function of the pupil?
What is the primary function of the pupil?
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What is the role of the iris?
What is the role of the iris?
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What is unique about the choroid?
What is unique about the choroid?
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What does the ciliary body look like?
What does the ciliary body look like?
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What is the structure of the cornea?
What is the structure of the cornea?
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Describe the optic nerve.
Describe the optic nerve.
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What does the pupil do?
What does the pupil do?
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What is the retina beneath the choroid?
What is the retina beneath the choroid?
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What functions are associated with the sclera?
What functions are associated with the sclera?
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What are key components of the eye and their respective features?
What are key components of the eye and their respective features?
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Which structures are associated with the optic nerve?
Which structures are associated with the optic nerve?
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What does the ciliary body and lens do?
What does the ciliary body and lens do?
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Identify the primary components of the iris and pupil.
Identify the primary components of the iris and pupil.
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Study Notes
Eye Anatomy Key Terms
- Sclera: Tough, white outer coat of the eyeball; attachment site for eye muscles.
- Optic Nerve: Cranial nerve responsible for transferring visual information from the retina; appears as a white line at the back of the eye.
- Cornea: Clear, dome-shaped surface that covers the iris and pupil; allows light to enter the eye.
- Lens: Transparent structure that focuses incoming light to form images on the retina.
- Ciliary Body: Black structure with "spokes"; adjusts the shape of the lens for focusing; anchors suspensory ligaments.
- Choroid: Thin black/brown layer beneath the sclera; contains blood vessels that deliver oxygen and nutrients to the retina.
- Retina: Light-sensitive layer of tissue at the back of the eye; receives light focused by the lens.
- Optic Disk: Area where the optic nerve exits the retina; known as the blind spot due to lack of photoreceptors.
- Vitreous Humor: Gel-like substance filling the eye; helps maintain its shape.
- Pupil: Opening that allows light to enter the eye; size is controlled by the iris.
- Iris: Colored part of the eye; regulates the amount of light that enters by controlling the size of the pupil.
- Tapetum Lucidum: Iridescent layer in some animals; provides a blue-green sheen and enhances low-light vision.
Functions and Additional Information
- Pupil Function: Regulates light entry into the eye for optimal vision.
- Iris Function: Adjusts pupil size based on light exposure; expands or contracts to control light intake.
- Choroid Function: Provides nutrients to the retina and absorbs excess light to enhance visual clarity.
- Extraocular Muscles: Control the movement of the eye; important for tracking and visual focus.
Surface Structure
- Cornea is the primary outer layer that is clear and refractive, critical for focusing light.
- Sclera provides structural support and protection; it is durable and opaque.
- Choroid layer complements functions of the retina, supporting its health and operation.
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