Protection Of The Eye Flashcards

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Bony Socket

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Bony Socket.

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Eyebrow

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Deflects water and debris.

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Eyelashes

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Have “blink” reflex that respond to potential danger.

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Blinking

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Keeps the eye moist, sweeps anything out of the eye.

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Lacrimal Gland (tears)

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Located: Top/Temple side of the eyes.
Tears flow from temple to nose and drain into nose. Tears contain an antibiotic.

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Tarsal Gland (oil)

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Located: In the lid
Secrete an oil to moisturize the eye.

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Lids

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Sweep the eye.

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