The Tear Film

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Which layer of the tear film prevents the overflowing of tears and the evaporation of water?

  • Aqueous Layer
  • Mucoid Layer
  • Goblet Cel
  • Lipid Layer (correct)

What is the function of the aqueous layer in the tear film?

  • Washes away foreign body or debris (correct)
  • Provides oxygen to the cornea
  • Lubricates the cornea
  • Destroys bacteria

Which layer of the tear film comes in direct contact with the cornea?

  • Mucoid Layer (correct)
  • Goblet Cel
  • Aqueous Layer
  • Lipid Layer

Which gland is responsible for producing the lipid layer of the tear film?

<p>Meibomian Gland (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What enzyme in the tear film has the characteristic of destroying bacteria?

<p>Lysozyme (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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