The eye Flashcards
1
Q
Conjunctiva
A
Thin protective membrane covering the cornea
2
Q
blind spot
A
where optic nerve leaves the eye- no rods or cones
3
Q
Cornea
A
focuses light onto the retina
4
Q
Aqueous humour
A
watery fluid which maintains shape of cornea
5
Q
Pupil
A
hole through which light enters the eye
6
Q
Iris
A
coloured part of the eye which controls pupil diameter
7
Q
Lens
A
focuses light onto the retina
8
Q
Ciliary body
A
changes shape of lens
9
Q
suspensory ligaments
A
changes shape of lens
10
Q
Vitreous humour
A
maintains the shape of the eyeball
11
Q
Retina
A
layer of light sensitive cells
12
Q
Choroid
A
prevents the reflection of light within the eye
13
Q
Sclera
A
tough white coat which protects
14
Q
yellow spot
A
contains cones only
15
Q
optic nerve
A
carries nerve impulses from eye to brain
