2023 p2 biology?? Flashcards
1
Q
Define accomodation
A
the process of changing the shape of the lens to focus on near or distant objects
2
Q
What part of the eye are images focused on
A
retina
3
Q
What is the name of the muscle which contracts when focussing on a near object
A
ciliary muscle
4
Q
What happens to the shape of a lens when focussing on a near object?
A
lens will become thicker (allows light rays to refract more strongly)
5
Q
What happens to the shape of a lens when focussing on a far object
A
lens is pulled thin (allows light rays to refract slightly)
