Neuroanatomy

Question 1

Gross Anatomy of the Eye

Answer 1

Pupil, Iris, Cornea, Lens, Sclera, Retina, Macula, Fovea, Optic Nerve

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Pupil

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The opening that allows light to enter the eye and reach the retina

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Iris

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A circular muscle that controls the size of the pupila

Question 3

Cornea;

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The transparent surface that covers the pupil and iris

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Sclera

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The ‘white of the eye’; the sclera is continuous with the cornea

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Lens

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Helps focus light rays onto the retina

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Retina

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The internal lining of the rear two-thirds of the eye; the retina converts images into electrical impulses which are sent to the brain

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Macula

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The central area of the retina that is specialised for central vision

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Fovea

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The visual image received by the fovea is the least distorted; marks the centre of the retina and the centre of the macula.

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Optic Nerve

Answer 9

Made up of the axons of retinal ganglion cells; carries impulses for vision from the retina toward the brain.

Question 10

Muscles of the Eye