Eye Parts

Front

What is the function of the pupil in the eye?

Back

The pupil regulates the amount of light that enters the eye by constricting or dilating.

Front

What is the role of the retina in the eye?

Back

The retina is the light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye that converts light into neural signals for the brain.

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Front

What is the colored part of the eye called?

Back

The colored part of the eye is called the iris.

Front

What is the function of the optic nerve?

Back

The optic nerve transmits visual information from the retina to the brain.

Front

How does the iris control light entry into the eye?

Back

The iris controls light entry by changing the size of the pupil.

Front

What is the significance of the fovea in the retina?

Back

The fovea is the area of the retina responsible for sharp central vision and is densely packed with cones.

Front

What are the two types of photoreceptor cells in the retina?

Back

The two types of photoreceptor cells are rods (for low light vision) and cones (for color vision).

Front

What is the vitreous humor and its function?

Back

The vitreous humor is a gel-like substance that fills the eye and helps maintain its shape.

Front

What is the cornea and its role in vision?

Back

The cornea is the transparent front part of the eye that helps focus light onto the retina.

Front

What is the difference between the anterior and posterior chambers of the eye?

Back

The anterior chamber is the space between the cornea and the iris, while the posterior chamber is between the iris and the lens.