The Human Eye: Structure and Function
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What part of the human eye acts like a camera lens?

The lens system

What is the name of the light-sensitive screen in the eye?

Retina

What is the approximate diameter of the human eyeball?

2.3 cm

What is the transparent bulge on the front of the eye called?

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

What part of the eye controls the size of the pupil?

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

What is the function of the pupil?

<p>Regulates and controls the amount of light</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to colours when we close our eyes?

<p>Impossible to identify</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most significant sense organ?

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

What is the shape of the eyeball?

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

Where does most of the refraction occur for light rays entering the eye?

<p>Outer surface of the cornea</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the function of the cornea and crystalline lens in the human eye, and explain how they work together to focus light.

<p>The cornea refracts light rays entering the eye, providing most of the focusing power. The crystalline lens makes finer adjustments to the focal length to focus objects at varying distances onto the retina.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the role of the iris and pupil in controlling the amount of light that enters the eye.

<p>The iris is a muscular diaphragm that controls the size of the pupil. The pupil regulates the amount of light entering the eye by constricting in bright light and dilating in dim light.</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the diameter of a human eyeball is approximately 2.3 cm, explain why this specific size is crucial for proper vision.

<p>The size of the eyeball (2.3cm) determines the distance between the lens and the retina. This distance needs to be precise so that incoming light focuses correctly on the retina, allowing for clear vision.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Compare the human eye to a camera, highlighting at least two similarities in their structure or function.

<p>The lens in the eye is similar to a camera lens, focusing light to form an image. The retina is similar to the film or sensor in a camera, recording the image.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain why most of the refraction of light entering the eye occurs at the cornea rather than the crystalline lens.

<p>Most refraction occurs at the cornea because it is the interface between air and the eye's fluid, causing a larger change in the refractive index than the change within the eye itself at the crystalline lens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe how the eye adjusts to focus on objects at different distances. What parts of the eye are involved in this process?

<p>The eye adjusts its focus through accommodation, where the ciliary muscles change the shape of the crystalline lens, altering its focal length to focus light from objects at different distances onto the retina.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain why it is impossible to identify colors while closing the eyes, even though other characteristics of objects can be identified.

<p>Identifying colors requires light to enter the eye and stimulate the photoreceptor cells (cones) in the retina. Without light, these cells cannot function, and color perception is impossible.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What would happen to a person's vision if their iris was unable to change its size? Explain the likely consequences in different lighting conditions.

<p>If the iris could not change size, the pupil would remain fixed. In bright conditions, too much light would enter, causing glare and potential damage. In dim conditions, not enough light would enter, making it difficult to see.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Imagine a scenario where a person's crystalline lens loses its flexibility. Describe how this would affect their ability to see objects at different distances, and what condition might they develop?

<p>If the crystalline lens loses flexibility, the person would have difficulty focusing on objects at varying distances. This condition is called presbyopia, and typically occurs with age.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A person's cornea is abnormally curved. Briefly explain how this condition would affect their vision.

<p>An abnormally curved cornea causes light to focus unevenly on the retina, resulting in blurred or distorted vision at all distances. This condition is known as astigmatism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain how the cornea and the crystalline lens work together to focus light onto the retina. What are their individual roles in this process?

<p>The cornea provides most of the refraction, bending light rays as they enter the eye. The crystalline lens then makes finer adjustments to the focal length, ensuring objects at varying distances are sharply focused on the retina.</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the diameter of the human eyeball deviates significantly from the average of 2.3 cm, what type of vision defects might arise?

<p>If the eyeball is too long, it can lead to myopia (nearsightedness) because the image forms in front of the retina. If the eyeball is too short, it can lead to hyperopia (farsightedness) as the image forms behind the retina.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the function of the iris and the process by which it regulates the amount of light entering the eye. What is the adaptive advantage of this?

<p>The iris controls the size of the pupil, adjusting to the amount of available light. In bright light, the iris constricts the pupil to reduce light entry, and in dim light, it dilates the pupil to increase light entry. This adaptation helps maintain optimal retinal illumination and visual acuity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How would the removal of the crystalline lens impact a person's vision, and what type of corrective measures would be necessary?

<p>Removing the crystalline lens would result in a significant loss of focusing power, making it difficult to see objects at varying distances. Corrective measures would include using strong corrective lenses or intraocular lens implants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain how issues with the muscles attached to the crystalline lens might cause vision defects.

<p>If the muscles attached to the crystalline lens are weak or paralyzed, the lens may not be able to properly accommodate, leading to blurred vision at different distances. This can result in conditions like presbyopia or difficulties with focusing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a person's cornea was no longer transparent, how would this affect their vision?

<p>If the cornea was no longer transparent, light would be scattered and unable to properly focus on the retina, resulting in blurred or significantly reduced vision. Complete opacity would lead to blindness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How might damage to the iris affect a person's ability to see in different lighting conditions?

<p>Damage to the iris would impair its ability to control the pupil size, affecting how much light enters the eye. In bright conditions, too much light might enter, causing discomfort or blinding glare. In dim conditions, not enough light might enter, reducing visibility.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe what would happen if the refractive index of the cornea changed significantly. How would this change affect vision?

<p>A significant change in the refractive index of the cornea would alter its light-bending ability, potentially causing light to focus improperly on the retina. This could lead to blurred vision, distortion, or other refractive errors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain how a cataract, which clouds the crystalline lens, affects vision. Be specific about the mechanisms involved.

<p>A cataract causes the crystalline lens to become cloudy, scattering light as it passes through. This reduces the amount of light reaching the retina, resulting in blurry or dim vision. The scattering also decreases image sharpness and can cause glare.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the potential implications if the muscles controlling the iris become paralyzed?

<p>If the muscles controlling the iris are paralyzed, the pupil would remain fixed in size. If fixed in a dilated state, the eye would be overly sensitive to bright light. If fixed in a constricted state, vision would be impaired in low light conditions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of image is formed on the retina?

<p>Inverted real image</p> Signup and view all the answers

What part of the eye contains light-sensitive cells?

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

What nerve sends electrical signals from the eye to the brain?

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

What is the function of the ciliary muscles in the eye?

<p>Modify the curvature of the eye lens</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the focal length of the eye lens when the ciliary muscles are relaxed?

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

What is accommodation in the context of the human eye?

<p>Ability of the eye lens to adjust its focal length</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the near point of the eye for a young adult with normal vision?

<p>25 cm</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the far point of the eye for a normal eye?

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

What is the condition where the crystalline lens of the eye becomes milky and cloudy called?

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

What happens to the eye's power of accommodation as people age?

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

How does the change in curvature of the eye lens affect its focal length, and what role do the ciliary muscles play in this process?

<p>When ciliary muscles relax, the lens thins, increasing focal length for distant vision. When they contract, the lens thickens, decreasing focal length for nearby vision.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain why prolonged reading at a distance closer than the near point (25 cm) can lead to eye strain and blurred vision.

<p>Reading too closely forces the eye to strain its focusing ability beyond its limit, causing blurriness and discomfort due to excessive ciliary muscle contraction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'power of accommodation' of the eye? How does this ability degrade with age, and what condition can result from this degradation?

<p>Accommodation is the eye's ability to adjust its focal length. This ability decreases with age, potentially leading to vision defects where objects cannot be seen distinctly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the process by which the eye converts light information into a form that the brain can interpret.

<p>Light-sensitive cells on the retina convert light into electrical signals, which are sent to the brain via the optic nerves. The brain then interprets these signals to form an image.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The lens in the eye is described as forming an inverted image. How do we perceive the world as right-side up?

<p>Although the image formed on the retina is inverted, the brain interprets and processes the signals to perceive the world in the correct orientation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain what happens to the eye lens when viewing distant objects versus viewing near objects. Reference the ciliary muscles in your explanation.

<p>For distant objects, the ciliary muscles relax, thinning the lens and increasing its focal length. For near objects, the ciliary muscles contract, thickening the lens and decreasing its focal length.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'far point' of the eye for a person with normal vision, and what does this signify?

<p>The far point is infinity. This means a normal eye can clearly see objects at very long distances without any strain or assistance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the condition known as a cataract, including its cause and potential treatment.

<p>A cataract is when the crystalline lens becomes milky and cloudy, causing vision loss. It can be treated with surgery to restore vision.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the range of distances a normal eye can see clearly?

<p>A normal eye can clearly see objects between 25 cm and infinity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain how the electrical signals generated by the light-sensitive cells on the retina contribute to our ability to perceive objects.

<p>The electrical signals, generated when light strikes the retina, are transmitted to the brain via the optic nerve. The brain interprets these signals to create a cohesive, understandable image.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain how the ciliary muscles adjust the focal length of the eye lens to allow us to see both near and distant objects clearly. How does this process relate to the power of accommodation?

<p>Ciliary muscles relax to thin the lens, increasing focal length for distant vision, and contract to thicken the lens, decreasing focal length for near vision. This adjustment is the eye's power of accommodation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the near point of vision significant, and what factors can cause it to change from the typical value of 25 cm?

<p>The near point is the closest distance at which an object can be seen clearly without strain. Ageing or eye defects can increase this distance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the condition known as a cataract, and explain how it affects vision. What surgical intervention is available to restore vision?

<p>Cataract is the clouding of the crystalline lens, causing vision loss. Vision can be restored through cataract surgery.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do light-sensitive cells in the retina contribute to our perception of objects, and what role do the optic nerves play in this process?

<p>Light-sensitive cells convert light into electrical signals. Optic nerves transmit these signals to the brain for interpretation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain why the image formed on the retina is described as 'inverted and real.' How does the brain correct this inversion so that we perceive objects correctly?

<p>The lens inverts the image, and it is real because light rays converge on the retina. The brain processes and re-orients the image for correct perception.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Discuss the implications if the eye loses its power of accommodation. What challenges would a person face, and how would it affect their daily activities?

<p>Loss of accommodation causes difficulty seeing clearly at varying distances, affecting reading, driving, and other tasks requiring focus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Compare and contrast the functions of the ciliary muscles and the retina in the process of vision. How do these two components work together to ensure clear and focused sight?

<p>Ciliary muscles adjust the lens's shape for focus, while the retina converts light into signals. They work together by focusing light onto the retina where that light is converted into signals the brain can interpret.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the concept of the 'far point' of the eye. What does it mean for a person to have a far point at infinity, and how does this relate to normal vision?

<p>The far point is the farthest distance at which an object can be seen clearly. Infinity indicates normal vision, meaning distant objects are clear.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the sequence of events that occur from the moment light enters the eye to the point where the brain processes and interprets the visual information. Include all key structures involved.

<p>Light enters, the lens focuses it onto the retina, light-sensitive cells generate electrical signals, optic nerves transmit the signals to the brain, which interprets the information.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the eye ensure that a sharp image is formed on the retina for objects at different distances, and what physical changes occur within the eye to achieve this?

<p>The ciliary muscles adjust the lens's curvature, changing its focal length to focus light precisely on the retina, whether the object is near or far.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is another name for myopia?

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

In a myopic eye, where is the image of a distant object formed?

<p>In front of the retina</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of lens is used to correct myopia?

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

What are the two possible causes of myopia?

<p>Excessive curvature of the eye lens or elongation of the eyeball</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is hypermetropia also known as?

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

Where is the light focused in a hypermetropic eye when viewing a nearby object?

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

What type of lens is used to correct hypermetropia?

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

Name one reason why hypermetropia might occur.

<p>The focal length of the eye lens is too long or the eyeball is too small</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the defect where the power of accommodation decreases with aging?

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

What happens to the near point of the eye as a person develops presbyopia?

<p>It recedes away</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does elongation of the eyeball contribute to myopia?

<p>Elongation of the eyeball causes the image of distant objects to form in front of the retina, instead of directly on it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are two potential causes of hypermetropia, as described in the text?

<p>Hypermetropia can be caused by either the focal length of the eye lens being too long or the eyeball being too small.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain why a person with hypermetropia needs to hold reading material farther than 25 cm from their eyes to see comfortably.

<p>The light rays from objects closer than 25 cm focus behind the retina in a hypermetropic eye, making it difficult to see clearly at a normal reading distance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does a concave lens correct myopia by adjusting the focal point of light rays?

<p>A concave lens diverges the incoming light rays before they enter the eye, which extends the focal length. This allows the image to focus directly on the retina.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of presbyopia on a person's near point, and why does this occur?

<p>Presbyopia causes the near point to recede away from the eye, making it difficult to focus on nearby objects. This occurs because the eye's power of accommodation decreases with age.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does a convex lens correct hypermetropia by adjusting the focal point of light rays?

<p>A convex lens converges incoming light rays before they enter the eye, effectively shortening the focal length. This allows the image to focus directly on the retina.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the difference between how myopia and hypermetropia affect a person's vision at different distances.

<p>Myopia impairs distant vision while near vision remains clear, whereas hypermetropia impairs near vision while distant vision remains clear.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of converging lenses in eyeglasses for correcting hypermetropia?

<p>Converging lenses provide the additional focusing power required to form the image on the retina, compensating for the eye's inability to focus light from nearby objects properly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the specific change in the eye that leads to the development of presbyopia, and explain why this change affects near vision.

<p>The lens of the eye loses flexibility with age, reducing its ability to change shape and focus on close objects. This is why presbyopia affects near vision.</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a person's far point is at 50 cm, what type of vision defect do they have, and what does this indicate about where their eye focuses distant objects?

<p>The person has myopia. It indicates that their eye focuses distant objects in front of the retina, rather than on it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain how the elongation of the eyeball contributes to myopia, detailing the change in image formation relative to the retina.

<p>Elongation of the eyeball causes light from distant objects to converge and focus <em>in front of</em> the retina, instead of directly on it. This results in a blurred image of distant objects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe how a concave lens corrects myopia by altering the path of light rays before they enter the eye.

<p>A concave lens diverges incoming light rays before they enter the eye. This divergence effectively extends the focal length, causing the image to focus properly <em>on</em> the retina, correcting the blurred vision.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain why individuals with hypermetropia often need to hold reading material farther than 25 cm from their eyes to see clearly.

<p>In hypermetropia, the eye focuses light from nearby objects <em>behind</em> the retina. Holding reading material farther away reduces the amount of accommodation required, allowing the image to be brought closer to the retina, improving clarity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does a convex lens correct hypermetropia by adjusting the convergence of light rays?

<p>A convex lens converges incoming light rays before they enter the eye. This increases the effective power of the eye's lens, causing light to focus properly <em>on</em> the retina, correcting the blurred vision of nearby objects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the changes in the eye's ability to accommodate that lead to presbyopia, and at what age does presbyopia typically manifest?

<p>Presbyopia is marked by a decreased ability of the lens to change shape (accommodate) due to hardening and loss of elasticity with age. It typically becomes noticeable around the age of 40.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain why both myopia and hypermetropia can be caused by variations in the shape of the eyeball.

<p>Myopia can result from an elongated eyeball, causing light to focus in front of the retina. Hypermetropia can occur if the eyeball is too short, leading light to focus behind the retina. Thus, variations in eyeball shape disrupt the proper focusing of light.</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a person has a far point of 50 cm, what type of vision defect do they have, and what does this imply about their ability to see distant objects?

<p>This person has myopia. Having a far point of 50 cm implies they can only see objects clearly up to 50 cm away; beyond that, distant objects appear blurred.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the difference in how the near point changes in hypermetropia versus presbyopia.

<p>In <em>hypermetropia</em>, the near point is farther away than the normal 25 cm due to focusing issues. In <em>presbyopia</em>, the near point gradually recedes with age as the lens loses flexibility and the ability to focus on near objects weakens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why might someone with presbyopia require bifocals, and what is the purpose of the two different lens powers in these glasses?

<p>Someone with presbyopia may require bifocals to correct for both distance and near vision. The upper part of the lens corrects for distance vision, while the lower part corrects for near vision, allowing clear vision at all distances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain why correcting myopia with a concave lens changes the location where distant objects appear in focus, relative to the retina.

<p>Without correction, distant objects focus <em>in front of</em> the retina in myopic eyes. A concave lens corrects this by diverging the light rays before they enter the eye, effectively moving the focal point <em>back onto</em> the retina providing clear vision.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What two changes in the eye cause loss of power of accommodation?

<p>Weakening of ciliary muscles and diminishing flexibility of the eye lens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of lens is used in the upper portion of bi-focal lenses to facilitate distant vision?

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

What type of lens is used in the lower portion of bi-focal lenses to facilitate near vision?

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

Name one modern method to correct refractive defects of vision.

<p>Contact lenses or surgical interventions</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the power of accommodation of the eye?

<p>The ability of the eye to focus on both near and distant objects by adjusting its focal length.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of lens is used to correct the vision of a person with a myopic eye?

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

What is the far point of the human eye with normal vision?

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

What is a common vision defect that makes it difficult to read the blackboard while sitting far away?

<p>Myopia or nearsightedness</p> Signup and view all the answers

Can people who use spectacles donate their eyes?

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

A person is diagnosed with both myopia and hypermetropia. Explain why they might need bi-focal lenses and how these lenses correct their vision at different distances.

<p>Myopia requires correction for distant vision (concave lens), while hypermetropia requires correction for near vision (convex lens). Bi-focal lenses combine both to correct vision at all distances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the term 'power of accommodation' of the human eye, and describe one factor that can cause this power to decrease as people age.

<p>Power of accommodation is the eye's ability to focus on both near and distant objects by adjusting the lens shape. This power decreases with age due to the weakening of the ciliary muscles and the reduced flexibility of the eye lens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A student sitting at the back of the class is having difficulty reading the blackboard. What refractive defect might they be suffering from, and what type of lens would be prescribed to correct it?

<p>The student is likely suffering from myopia (nearsightedness). A concave lens will be prescribed to correct it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the far point and near point of a human eye with normal vision, and how do these points relate to the eye's ability to see objects clearly at different distances?

<p>The far point is infinity, and the near point is about 25 cm. These points define the range within which the eye can focus without strain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain how donating eyes after death can help people with corneal blindness, and why is it important to encourage eye donation?

<p>Eye donation provides corneas for transplantation, which can restore sight to individuals with corneal blindness. Encouraging eye donation can significantly reduce the number of cases of blindness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

List three criteria that make a person eligible to donate their eyes after death, as mentioned in the text.

<p>Eye donors can be of any age or sex, can have used spectacles or had cataract surgery, and can be diabetic or have hypertension if these conditions are non-communicable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A person can clearly see objects at 25 cm but struggles to focus on objects farther away. What eye defect do they likely have, and what type of lens is used to correct it?

<p>They likely have myopia. A concave lens is used to correct it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A person can clearly see objects far away but struggles to focus on objects closer than 50 cm. What eye defect do they likely have, and what type of lens can correct it?

<p>They likely have hypermetropia. A convex lens is used to correct it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Someone who had cataract surgery can still donate their eyes. Explain why this is possible, focusing on which part of the eye is affected by cataracts and whether surgery resolves the issue for donation purposes.

<p>Cataract surgery involves replacing the clouded lens, but the cornea (the part needed for transplantation) is typically unaffected. Therefore, someone who has undergone cataract surgery can still donate their cornea.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Contact lenses and surgical interventions are mentioned as alternative methods to correct refractive defects. Briefly compare one advantage and one disadvantage of each method compared to using spectacles.

<p>Contact lenses offer improved aesthetics and a wider field of view compared to spectacles, but require more maintenance and care. Surgical interventions can provide permanent correction, but carry risks associated with surgery.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain how the weakening of ciliary muscles and the diminishing flexibility of the eye lens contribute to the development of presbyopia, and why this condition typically necessitates the use of bi-focal lenses.

<p>Weakening ciliary muscles reduce the ability to change lens shape for focusing at different distances. This leads to needing different lens powers for near and far vision, hence bi-focals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A person is diagnosed with both myopia and hypermetropia. Elaborate on the optical reasons behind why a combination of concave and convex lenses in bi-focals is necessary to correct their vision.

<p>Concave lenses correct myopia by diverging light to focus on the retina. Convex lenses correct hypermetropia by converging light to focus on the retina, allowing clear vision at varying distances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Critically evaluate the advantages and limitations of using contact lenses versus surgical interventions for correcting refractive defects of the eye.

<p>Contact lenses offer flexibility and reversibility but require maintenance/care. Surgeries offer permanent correction but carry risks. The best option varies by individual.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The text mentions eye donation and corneal transplantation. Explain the specific condition of 'corneal blindness' and why corneal transplantation is an effective treatment for it.

<p>Corneal blindness involves damage/opacity of the cornea, preventing light from entering the eye properly. A transplant replaces the damaged cornea with a clear one, restoring vision.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Discuss the ethical and logistical implications of prioritizing corneal transplants for children under the age of 12, considering the limited availability of donor corneas.

<p>Prioritizing children raises questions of fairness, resource allocation, and long-term impact versus immediate needs. Logistically, it affects distribution protocols and consent processes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the power of accommodation of the eye and the ability to see objects clearly at varying distances? How does this ability change with age, and what are the implications for vision correction?

<p>Accommodation allows the eye to adjust focus for different distances. It decreases with age due to lens stiffening, leading to presbyopia and the need for corrective lenses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A myopic person cannot see objects beyond 1.2 meters distinctly. Explain the underlying optical principles of myopia and how a corrective lens restores proper vision. Include a calculation to determine the required power of the corrective lens.

<p>Myopia occurs when the eye focuses light in front of the retina. A diverging (concave) lens spreads light rays to focus on the retina. The power is -1/1.2 = -0.83 diopters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Compare and contrast the causes and corrective measures for myopia, hypermetropia, and presbyopia, emphasizing the role of the lens and ciliary muscles in each condition.

<p>Myopia: eyeball too long, concave lens. Hypermetropia: eyeball too short, convex lens. Presbyopia: lens stiffens, bi-focals. All involve lens &amp; ciliary muscle function.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Discuss the potential environmental and lifestyle factors that may contribute to the increasing prevalence of myopia in modern societies, particularly among children and young adults.

<p>Increased near work (screens), decreased outdoor time contribute to myopia. Lack of sunlight affects eye development, and prolonged focus strains the eyes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Evaluate the technological advancements in surgical interventions for correcting refractive defects, comparing the efficacy, risks, and long-term outcomes of different procedures such as LASIK, PRK, and SMILE.

<p>LASIK, PRK, SMILE reshape the cornea. LASIK has quick recovery but risk of flap complications. PRK is for thinner corneas. SMILE is minimally invasive. Efficacy varies individually.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Within how many hours after death must eyes be removed for donation?

<p>4-6 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do immediately after someone passes away if they wanted to donate their eyes?

<p>Inform the nearest eye bank</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where can eye removal take place?

<p>Home of the deceased or at a hospital</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long does the eye removal process take?

<p>10-15 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

Does eye removal lead to any disfigurement?

<p>No</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name one disease that would prevent a person from being able to donate their eyes.

<p>AIDS, Hepatitis B or C, rabies, acute leukaemia, tetanus, cholera, meningitis or encephalitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of an eye bank?

<p>Collects, evaluates, and distributes donated eyes</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to donated eyes that are not suitable for transplantation?

<p>Used for valuable research and medical education</p> Signup and view all the answers

Is the identity of the eye donor revealed to the recipient?

<p>No</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many corneal blind people can receive sight from one pair of donated eyes?

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Why is it important to remove eyes for donation within 4-6 hours after death?

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List three conditions that would disqualify someone from donating their eyes.

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What happens to donated eyes that are deemed unsuitable for transplantation?

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Describe what the 'angle of the prism' is.

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In Activity 10.1, why is it important to view the pins P and Q through face AC of the prism before placing pins R and S?

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Explain why emergent ray is parralel to the incident ray in a rectangular glass slab, but not in a triangular prism.

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If a person has corneal blindness in one eye, how many people can potentially benefit from their eye donation after death?

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Why is donor and recipient confidentiality maintained in eye donation?

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What is the first step if someone wants to donate their eyes after death?

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Explain why eyes must be removed within a specific timeframe (4-6 hours) after death to be viable for donation.

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List three specific medical conditions mentioned which would disqualify a person from being an eye donor and explain why such conditions result in disqualification.

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Describe the role of an eye bank in the donation process from collection to distribution.

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Explain how refraction occurs when light passes through a triangular glass prism, and what is the significance of the 'angle of the prism'?

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In the context of the provided text (Activity 10.1), explain the purpose of fixing pins (P, Q, R, S) while tracing the path of light through a prism.

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Imagine a scenario where the emergent ray from a prism does not perfectly align with the incident ray when viewed from the opposite side. What factors might contribute to this discrepancy beyond experimental error?

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Explain why the identities of both the eye donor and the recipient remain confidential in eye donation.

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Contrast the refraction of light through a rectangular glass slab and a triangular glass prism, highlighting key differences in the emergent ray's behavior.

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Explain how one pair of donated eyes can give vision to up to four corneal blind people.

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Suppose you are designing an experiment to demonstrate the dispersion of white light using a prism. What modifications could you introduce to Activity 10.1 to better observe and measure the spectrum of colors produced?

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Human Eye

The human eye is a sensitive sense organ that uses light to see the world.

Retina

A light-sensitive screen in the eye where the image is formed.

Cornea

A thin membrane that allows light to enter the eye; transparent bulge on eyeball's surface.

Shape of Eyeball

The shape of the eyeball is approximately spherical.

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Eyeball Diameter

The diameter of the eyeball is about 2.3 cm.

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Primary Refraction Site

Where most light refraction happens as light enters the eye.

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Crystalline Lens Function

Provides finer focal length adjustments to focus on objects at varying distances.

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Iris

A dark muscular diaphragm that controls the size of the pupil.

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Pupil Function

Regulates and controls the amount of light entering the eye.

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Human Eye Function

Sense organ enabling sight and color perception.

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Senses Without Sight

Aids in identifying objects via smell, sound and touch.

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Eye as a Camera

The eye functions similarly to this optical instrument.

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Light Refraction in Eye

Occurs mostly at the cornea's outer surface.

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Pupil

Aperture controlling light amount entering the eye.

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Lens Adjustment

Focuses by adjusting focal length.

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Eye's Role for Color

Enables us to appreciate colors.

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Optic Nerve

Connects the eye to the brain.

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Limitation of closed eyes

It is impossible to identify these with closed eyes

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Pupil's Role

Regulates and controls the amount of light entering the eye

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What is the human eye?

A sense organ that uses light, with a lens, to see the world and colors.

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What is the retina?

A light-sensitive screen inside the eye where images are formed.

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What is the cornea?

A transparent bulge on the front surface of the eyeball that allows light to enter.

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What is the shape and size of the eyeball?

Approximately spherical, with a diameter of about 2.3 cm.

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What is the primary site of refraction?

The location where most of the refraction (bending) of light takes place.

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What is the function of the crystalline lens?

Used for finer adjustments of focal length to focus on objects at different distances.

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What is the iris?

A dark, muscular diaphragm that controls the size of the pupil.

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What is the function of the pupil?

To regulate and control the amount of light entering the eye.

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How does the eye enable sight?

The eye perceives the amount of light and color in order to see.

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What part of the eye controls the amount of light that enters?

A dark muscular diaphragm that controls the size of the pupil.

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Accommodation

The process where the eye adjusts its focal length to see objects clearly at different distances.

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Ciliary Muscles Role

Eye muscles adjust the lens to focus on objects at varying distances.

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Relaxed Muscles

When relaxed, the lens thins, increasing focal length for distant vision.

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Contracted Muscles

When contracted, the lens thickens, decreasing focal length for near vision.

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Near Point

The closest distance at which an object can be seen distinctly without strain (about 25 cm for a young adult).

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Least Distance of Distinct Vision

Also called the least distance of distinct vision.

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Far Point

The farthest point at which an object can be seen clearly (infinity for a normal eye).

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Cataract

A condition where the crystalline lens becomes milky and cloudy, leading to vision loss.

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Cataract Surgery

Surgical procedure to restore vision by replacing a cloudy lens.

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Loss of Accommodation

Gradual loss of the eye's ability to accommodate, making it difficult to see objects distinctly.

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Brain's Role in Vision

Process of the brain interpreting electrical signals from the retina, allowing us to perceive objects.

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Light-Sensitive Cells

Light-sensitive cells in the retina that are activated by light and generate electrical signals.

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Retina's Function

Delicate membrane in the eye containing light-sensitive cells that convert light into electrical signals.

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Image on Retina

Inverted and real.

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Eye Lens Composition

It is made of fibrous, jelly-like material.

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Accommodation Definition

Ability of the eye lens to adjust its focal length to focus on objects at varying distances.

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Ciliary Muscles

Muscles that modify the curvature of the eye lens.

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Lens During Distant Viewing

Becomes thin, increasing focal length for distant vision.

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Lens During Near Viewing

Becomes thicker, decreasing focal length for near vision.

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Near Point Distance

Minimum distance for clear, strain-free vision, about 25 cm for young adults.

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Brain's visual processing

Process electrical signals into perceived images.

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Far point of the eye

The farthest point an eye can see clearly.

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Reading too close

Results in blurred vision or eye strain.

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Ciliary muscles contracting

Increases the curvature of the eye lens, shortening focal length.

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Ciliary muscles relaxing

Decreases the eye's lens curvature, lengthening focal length.

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Image formed on the retina

Real and inverted.

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Myopia

Nearsightedness; clear vision of nearby objects, blurry distance vision.

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Myopia Image Location

In myopia, the image forms in front of this part of eye.

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Causes of Myopia

Excessive eye lens curvature or elongated eyeball.

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Myopia Correction

Corrects myopia by diverging light rays.

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Hypermetropia

Farsightedness; clear distance vision, blurry nearby vision.

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Hypermetropia Image Location

In hypermetropia, the image forms behind this part of eye.

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Causes of Hypermetropia

Short eyeball or eye lens focal length too long.

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Hypermetropia Correction

Corrects hypermetropia by converging light rays.

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Presbyopia

Age-related loss of accommodation, difficulty seeing near objects.

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Effect of Presbyopia

The near point recedes away.

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What is Myopia?

Also known as nearsightedness, where nearby objects are clear, but distant objects are blurry.

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Myopia: Common Causes?

Excessive curvature of the eye lens or elongation of the eyeball.

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Myopia: Lens Correction?

A concave lens diverges light rays to focus the image on the retina.

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What is Hypermetropia?

Also known as farsightedness; distant objects are clear, but nearby objects are blurry.

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Hypermetropia: Common Causes?

Eyeball is too short or focal length of the eye lens is too long.

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Hypermetropia: Lens Correction?

A convex lens converges light rays to focus the image correctly on the retina.

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What is Presbyopia?

Age-related loss of accommodation, making it difficult to see nearby objects clearly.

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Presbyopia: Effect?

The near point gradually recedes away from the eye.

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Myopia Definition

Nearsightedness; clear vision of nearby objects, blurry distance vision.

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Hypermetropia Definition

Farsightedness; clear distance vision, blurry nearby vision.

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Presbyopia Definition

Age-related loss of accommodation, difficulty seeing near objects.

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Cause of Presbyopia

Weakening of ciliary muscles and reduced lens flexibility due to aging.

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Bifocal Lens

A lens with both concave (upper) and convex (lower) parts to correct both near and far vision.

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Concave Lens Use

Facilitates clear vision of distant objects, usually the upper part of bifocal lenses.

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Convex Lens Use

Facilitates clear vision of near objects, usually the lower part of bifocal lenses.

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Contact Lenses

Corrective options for refractive defects using direct eye contact.

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Surgical Interventions

Corrective options for refractive defects that have been corrected using surgery.

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Power of Accommodation

Ability of the eye to focus on both near and far objects.

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Myopic Eye Far Point

1.2 m

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Far Point Normal Eye

infinity

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Near Point Normal Eye

25 cm

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Concave Lens Usage (Bifocals)

Facilitates clear vision for distant objects; typically the upper part of bifocal lenses.

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Convex Lens Usage (Bifocals)

Facilitates clear vision for near objects; typically the lower part of bifocal lenses.

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Contact Lenses Correction

Options for correcting refractive defects using direct contact with the eye.

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Surgical Eye Correction

Corrective options for eye defects achieved through surgical procedures.

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Far Point of Normal Eye

The farthest point up to which the eye can see objects clearly; it is infinity for a normal eye.

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Near Point of Normal Eye

The closest point an eye can see clearly (about 25 cm for a young adult).

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Eye Focus Ability

The capacity of the eye to change the focal length/power of accommodation.

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Concave Lens Bifocals

Facilitates focusing on distant objects; typically placed in the upper part of bifocal lenses.

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Convex Lens Bifocals

Aids in focusing on close objects; usually located at the lower portion of bifocal lenses.

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Corrective Contact Lenses

Using specialized lenses that are placed directly on the surface of the eye.

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Correcting Eye Defects

Surgical procedures that can improve vision by correcting refractive errors.

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What is Accommodation?

Ability of the eye to adjust focus for objects at varying distances.

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Normal Eye: Far Point

The furthest point at which a normal eye can see objects clearly.

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Normal Eye: Near Point

The closest point at which a normal eye can see objects clearly.

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Eye Removal Timeframe

Eyes must be removed within 4-6 hours after death for donation.

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First Step for Eye Donation

Contact the eye bank immediately to arrange eye removal.

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Eye Removal Procedure

Eye removal is a quick, simple process that takes only 10-15 minutes and does not disfigure the body.

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Eye Donation Restrictions

People with AIDS, Hepatitis B or C, rabies, certain cancers, or other infections cannot donate eyes.

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Eye Bank Function

Eye banks collect, evaluate, and distribute donated eyes.

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Alternative Use of Eyes

Donated eyes unsuitable for transplant are used for research and medical education.

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Donor/Recipient Confidentiality

The identities of eye donors and recipients remain anonymous.

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Impact of One Eye Donation

One pair of eyes can restore vision to up to four people.

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Angle of the Prism

The angle between the two lateral faces of a prism.

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Refraction Through a Prism

The bending of light as it passes through a prism.

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Post-Mortem Eye Removal

Removal of eyes within 4-6 hours after death for donation.

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Eye Removal Process

Team handles eye removal at home or hospital; it's quick and doesn't disfigure.

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Eye Donation Evaluation

Donated eyes are evaluated against strict medical standards; unsuitable ones go to research and education.

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Eye Donation Confidentiality

Donor and recipient identities are kept private.

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Impact of Eye Donation

One pair of eyes can restore sight to up to four people with corneal blindness.

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Refraction of light

The bending of light as it passes through a transparent material.

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Angle of Prism

The angle between the two lateral faces of a prism

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Refraction Through Glass Slab

Emergent ray is parallel to the incident ray, but displaced laterally.

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Eye Removal Location

The eye bank team usually performs the eye removal procedure either at the deceased's home or at a hospital.

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Eye Removal Duration

The actual eye removal procedure is quick, usually taking only about 10-15 minutes.

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Eye Removal Appearance

Eye removal is a simple process that does not cause any facial disfigurement.

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Alternative Use of Donated Eyes

Donated eyes that aren't suitable for transplant are used for research and medical education.

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Study Notes

  • People infected with or who died from AIDS, Hepatitis B or C, rabies, acute leukaemia, tetanus, cholera, meningitis, or encephalitis cannot donate eyes.
  • An eye bank collects, evaluates, and distributes donated eyes based on strict medical standards.
  • Donated eyes unsuitable for transplantation are used for research and education.
  • The identities of donors and recipients remain confidential.
  • Vision can be restored to up to four corneally blind individuals with one pair of donated eyes.

The Human Eye

  • The human eye is a valuable and sensitive sense organ that enables sight and perception of colors.
  • The human eye is comparable to a camera, forming images on the retina.
  • Light enters through the cornea, a transparent bulge, with most refraction occurring here.
  • The eyeball is approximately spherical, with a diameter of about 2.3 cm.
  • The crystalline lens provides fine adjustment of focal length to focus on the retina.
  • Behind the cornea, the iris, a dark muscular diaphragm, controls pupil size and regulates light amount.

Power of Accommodation

  • The eye lens is composed of a fibrous, jelly-like material.
  • The ciliary muscles modify the curvature of the eye lens, thereby changing its focal length.
  • Relaxation of the muscles thins the lens, increasing focal length for distant vision.
  • Contraction of the ciliary muscles thickens the lens, decreasing focal length for close-up vision.
  • Accommodation refers to the eye lens's ability to adjust its focal length.
  • The focal length cannot decrease beyond a minimum limit.
  • The minimum distance for distinct vision without strain is about 25 cm, known as the near point of the eye.
  • The farthest point up to which the eye can see objects clearly is called the far point of the eye, which is infinity for a normal eye.
  • The crystalline lens may become cloudy in old age, leading to cataract, which can be corrected through surgery.

Defects of Vision and Their Correction

  • The eye may gradually lose its power of accommodation
  • Vision becomes blurred due to refractive defects.
  • Common refractive defects include myopia (near-sightedness), hypermetropia (far-sightedness), and presbyopia.
  • These defects may be corrected using suitable spherical lenses.

Myopia (Near-Sightedness)

  • Myopia is when a person can see nearby objects clearly but distant objects appear indistinctly.
  • The far point is nearer than infinity; a person can see clearly up to a few meters.
  • In myopia, the image of a distant object forms in front of the retina.
  • Myopia arises either due to excessive curvature of the eye lens or elongation of the eyeball.
  • Myopia can be corrected using a concave lens of suitable power, which brings the image back onto the retina.

Hypermetropia (Far-Sightedness)

  • Hypermetropia allows clear vision of distant objects, but close objects are indistinct.
  • The near point is farther than the normal 25 cm, requiring one to hold reading material beyond 25 cm.
  • Light rays from a close-by object are focused at a point behind the retina.
  • Hypermetropia occurs either because the focal length of the eye lens is too long or the eyeball is too small.
  • Hypermetropia is corrected using a convex lens, which provides additional focusing power to form the image on the retina.

Presbyopia

  • Presbyopia occurs as the power of accommodation decreases with aging.
  • The near point recedes, making it difficult to see nearby objects clearly without corrective eyeglasses.

Eye donation

  • Eye donors can belong to any age group or sex.
  • People who use spectacles, or those operated for cataract, can still donate the eyes.
  • People who are diabetic, have hypertension, asthma patients and those without communicable diseases can also donate eyes.

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An overview of the human eye, a crucial sensory organ for sight and color perception. The eye functions similarly to a camera, using a lens system to project images onto the retina. Light enters through the cornea, and the iris controls the amount of light via the pupil.

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