Vision and Other Senses

Front

What is the outermost layer of the eye called?

Back

Sclera

Front

What is the function of the lens in the eye?

Back

The lens focuses light onto the retina.

Front

What part of the ear is responsible for hearing and balance?

Back

Cochlea

Front

What is the middle layer of the eye that contains the majority of blood vessels?

Back

Choroid

Front

Which structure in the eye adjusts the shape of the lens?

Back

Ciliary body

Front

What is the role of the iris in the eye?

Back

The iris controls the size of the pupil and the amount of light entering the eye.

Front

What is the function of the retina?

Back

The retina converts light into neural signals for the brain to process.

Front

What is the purpose of the cornea?

Back

The cornea helps to focus light as it enters the eye.

Front

What is the vitreous humor?

Back

The vitreous humor is a gel-like substance that fills the space between the lens and the retina.

Front

What is the role of the optic nerve?

Back

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