The Human Eye- Its function and limitations Flashcards
1
Q
What is our most important sense?
A
Seeing
2
Q
What is the cornea?
A
- Transparent film through which light first enters the eye
- Windshield that protects the rest of the eye from the outside world
- Helps lens focus light onto Retina
3
Q
What is the cornea held in place by?
A
- Transparent fluid called aqueous humour
4
Q
What is the Iris?
A
- Coloured part of the eye which changes shape in response to the intensity of light, causing the pupil to become larger or smaller thereby admitting more or less light through the lens
5
Q
What is the pupil?
A
- Black aperture which forms at centre of iris
