Chapter 9 - Eyes Flashcards

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Human Vision

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We can generate a 3D picture due to our binocular/sterascopic vision, because we have two forward facing eyes. This gives us I greater overlap in our fields of vision and the overlap allows us to judge distance and gives depth perception

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Retina

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Receives light and coverts it into neural signals

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Sclera

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Protection for the eye

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Choroid

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Helps absorb light, lessens glare and provides moisture for the back of the eye

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Vitreous Humour

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Gel liquid that fills the eye. It has to be clear for light to pass through

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Ciliary Body

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Releases the clear liquid called Aqueous Humour

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Suspensory Ligaments

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Muscles that adjust the lenses to make a clear image

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Iris

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Controls the diameter and size of the pupil

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Lens

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Can change the folocal distance of the eye

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Pupil

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Regulates the amount of light that enters the eye

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Aqueous Humour

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Provides pressure inflate the eye

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Cornea

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For protection and controls and focuses on the entry of the light

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Fova

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Central and sharp vision

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Optic Nerve

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Transfers the visual message to the brain

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