external structures of eye

Question 1

orbicularis oculi muscle

Answer 1

closes the eyelid

Question 2

tarsal plate

Answer 2

form and support for eyelids

Question 3

tarsal gland

Answer 3

supply of meibum, an oily substance that prevents evaporation of the eye’s tear film.

Question 4

superior palpebra

Answer 4

elevates upper eyelid

Question 5

inferior palpebra

Answer 5

supply the skin and conjunctiva of the lower eyelid