8 Questions
What part of the eye changes the size of the pupil depending on the amount of light?
Iris
What is the purpose of changing the size of the pupil in response to different light conditions?
To prevent damage to the eyes
What is the back surface of the eye where light is focused by the lens?
Retina
How does the lens of the eye adapt to keep objects in focus at varying distances?
By adjusting its shape
In visual accommodation, what role do suspensory ligaments play in shaping the lens?
They pull on the lens to make it flat or fatter
What is glare in relation to vision discomfort?
Discomfort produced by intense light exceeding adapted levels
Which type of lens bends light more than others?
'Fatter' lens
What happens to suspensory ligaments when looking at a near object?
They pull on the lens less, allowing it to go flat
Learn about disabling glare, also known as veiling glare, and how it can interfere with vision due to excessive, intense light. Discover why objects may appear to have lower contrast in the presence of disabling glare.
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