Chapter 4 - The Eye & The Camera Flashcards
1
Q
What does inverted mean?
A
Upside down.
2
Q
What is the function of the lens?
A
To focus light using refraction to give a clear image.
3
Q
What is the retina?
A
A layer at the back of the eye containing cells that detect light.
4
Q
What is the coloured part of the eye called?
A
The iris.
5
Q
What is the function of the pupil?
A
Controls the amount of light entering the eye.
6
Q
Which part of the eye carries messages to the brain?
A
The optic nerve.