The Eyes Flashcards
1
Q
The thin protective membrane covering the cornea
A
Conjunctiva
2
Q
Where the optic nerve leaves the eye. No rods or cones
A
Blind spot
3
Q
Transparent layer that refracts light the most.
A
Cornea
4
Q
Watery fluid which maintains the shape of the cornea
A
Aqueous humour
5
Q
Hole through which light enters the eye
A
Pupil
6
Q
Coloured part of the eye which controls pupil diameter
A
Iris
7
Q
Focuses light onto the retina
A
Lens
8
Q
Changes the shape of the lens
A
Suspension ligament/ciliary body
9
Q
Jelly-like fluid which maintains the shape of the eyeball
A
Vitreous humour
10
Q
Layer of light sensitive rods and cones
A
Retina
11
Q
Prevents the reflection of light within the eye
A
Choroid
12
Q
Tough white coat which protects the eye
A
Sclera
13
Q
Contains cones only
A
Fovea
14
Q
Carries nerve impulses from eye to brain
A
Optic nerve
