A & P Eye Flashcards

1
Q

Eyelids are lined with a protective, thin mucous membrane. This also spreads to coat the anterior surface of the eyeball as well.

A

Conjunctiva

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2
Q

Sebaceous glands for the eyelashes.

A

Meibomian Glands

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3
Q

Tear gland, provides a constant source of cleaning and lubrication for the eye.

A

Lacrimal Gland

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4
Q

Process of producing tears.

A

Lacrimation

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5
Q

Attach the eyeball to the orbit and on impulse from the cranial nerves, move the eyes.

A

Extraocular muscles

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6
Q

Corners of the eyes. The Inner is termed medial. Outer is termed lateral.

A

Canthi

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7
Q

Where the upper and lower eyelids meet.

A

Palpebral fissure

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8
Q

The function of blinking.

A

Palpebration

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9
Q

Outer layer of the eye. Consists of the sclera and cornea.

A

Fibrous Tunic

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10
Q

Middle layer of the eye. Consists of the uvea which if made up of the choroid, ciliary body, and iris.

A

Vascular Tunic

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11
Q

The inner layer of the eye. Consists of the retina.

A

Nervous Tunic

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12
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The inner layer of the eye. Consists of the retina.

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Nervous Tunic

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