Eye Structures Flashcards
1
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Sclera
A
shapes the eye, protects, place of muscle attachment
2
Q
Cornea
A
protects anterior surface of the eye, refracts light
3
Q
Iris
A
controls pupils diameter
4
Q
pupil
A
where light enters the eye
5
Q
Retina
A
absorption of light, converts light to nerve signals
6
Q
fovea
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contains roots/cones
7
Q
optic disc
A
area with no rods or cones, no image appears here, blind spot
8
Q
lens
A
focuses incoming light onto the retina, shape determines degree of light refraction
9
Q
ciliary muscle
A
change lens shape for far/near vision
10
Q
lacrimal sac
A
area where tears are drained into
11
Q
optic nerve
A
CN2, carries neuron signals from the eye to brain
12
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CHoroid membrain
A
capillary bed
