anatomy of the eye Flashcards
1
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cornea
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protective layer of cells to protect the interior components of the eye
2
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lens
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bends light for the purpose of focusing the perceived image an the retina
3
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retina
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layer on the back of the eye that supports rods and cones
4
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rods
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sensory nerve cell responsible for perception of low light vision.
rods respond to low intensity light within a specific range of wavelength.
5
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cones
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sensory nerve cells responsible for perception of color vision
6
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tapetum
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layer of reflective cells located behind the retina
7
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accommodation
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the ability of the lens of the eye to change shape
