eye Flashcards
1
Q
What are the nine parts of the human eye?
A
crystalline lens
aqueous humour
Pupil
Iris
Cornea
vitreous humour
Optic nerve
Retina
ciliary muscles muscles
2
Q
What is the function of the cornea?
A
it’s a protective layer that helps refract light
3
Q
what does the vitreous humour do?
A
Helps to maintain eye shape
4
Q
what function does the pupil have?
A
Allows light to pass through
5
Q
what function is the iris?
A
Controls the amount of light that enters the eye
6
Q
What function does the optic nerve have?
A
Transmits electrical signals to the brain
7
Q
What function does the retina have?
A
where the image is protected contains photoreceptor cells (rods, and cones)
