Anatomy of the Eye

Front

What is the jelly-like fluid that occupies the middle of the eye?

Back

Vitreous humor

Front

What part of the peripheral nervous system controls conscious (voluntary) activities?

Back

Somatic nervous system

Front

What does the letter 'A' represent in a neuron diagram?

Back

Dendrite

Front

What is the name of the structure known as 'arbor vitae'?

Back

Arbor vitae is a term used to describe the tree-like appearance of white matter in the cerebellum.

Front

Which lobe of the brain does the optic nerve transmit signals to?

Back

Occipital lobe

Front

What is the function of the cornea in the eye?

Back

The cornea helps to focus light onto the retina.

Front

What is the role of the lens in the eye?

Back

The lens adjusts its shape to focus light on the retina.

Front

What is the function of the retina?

Back

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

Front

What are photoreceptors?

Back

Photoreceptors are cells in the retina that detect light; they include rods and cones.

Front

What is the difference between rods and cones?

Back

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