Eye Functions Flashcards
1
Q
sclera
A
the protective portion and an attachment point for muscles
2
Q
cornea
A
bend light rays that enter the eye
3
Q
choroids(arteries and veins)
A
nourish the eye
4
Q
iris
A
gives eye color
5
Q
ciliary body of pupil
A
focus the lens
6
Q
retina(rods and cones)
A
sends signals to optic nerve
7
Q
optic disc
A
exit to the optic nerve
8
Q
optic nerve
A
sensory visual information
9
Q
fovea centralis
A
region of only cones providing visual sharpness
10
Q
lens
A
changes shape to allow focusing of light on retina
11
Q
anterior segment
A
transmit light, support and maintain intraocular pressure
12
Q
posterior segment
A
transmit light, support and maintain intraocular pressure
13
Q
lacrimal gland
A
produce secretions to clean eye
14
Q
lateral rectus
A
turn eye laterally
15
Q
medial rectus
A
turn eye medially
