Eye Anatomy

Front

What part of the brain does the optic nerve transmit signals to?

Back

The optic nerve transmits signals to the occipital lobe.

Front

True/False: The tapetum helps with night vision.

Back

True

Front

What is the covering that protects and insulates the optic nerve called?

Back

The covering is called the myelin sheath.

Front

What colors can the iris in a human be?

Back

The iris can be brown, green, blue, or all of the above.

Front

What is the function of the retina?

Back

The retina converts light into neural signals and sends them to the brain.

Front

What is the outermost layer of the eye called?

Back

The outermost layer of the eye is called the sclera.

Front

What is the role of the cornea in the eye?

Back

The cornea helps to focus light onto the retina.

Front

What is the function of the choroid layer in the eye?

Back

The choroid layer provides nourishment to the retina and absorbs excess light.

Front

What is the pupil's role in vision?

Back

The pupil regulates the amount of light entering the eye.

Front

What is the difference between rods and cones in the retina?

Back

Rods are responsible for vision in low light, while cones are responsible for color vision and detail.