The eye

Front

What is the function of the retina in the eye?

Back

The retina is the back part of the eye that receives light and sends images to the optic nerve.

Front

What is the role of the lens in the eye?

Back

The lens is a clear, flexible structure that focuses light onto the retina, changing shape to focus on objects at different distances.

Front

What does the cornea do?

Back

The cornea protects the eye and refracts (bends) light towards the retina.

Front

What is the iris and its function?

Back

The iris is the colorful part of the eye that controls the amount of light entering the pupil.

Front

What part of the eye focuses light/images onto the retina?

Back

The lens focuses light/images onto the retina.

Front

What is the pupil?

Back

The pupil is the opening in the center of the iris that allows light to enter the eye.

Front

What are cones in the eye?

Back

Cones are photoreceptor cells in the retina that detect color and are responsible for vision in bright light.

Front

What is the sclera?

Back

The sclera is the white outer layer of the eyeball that provides structure and protection.

Front

What is the vitreous humor?

Back

The vitreous humor is the clear gel that fills the space between the lens and the retina, helping maintain the eye's shape.

Front

How does the eye adjust to different light conditions?

Back

The iris adjusts the size of the pupil to control the amount of light entering the eye.