Parts of the Eye

Front

What is the Retina?

Back

The Retina is the layer of receptor cells at the back of the eye that detects light and sends signals to the brain.

Front

What is the Optic Nerve?

Back

The Optic Nerve is the nerve that carries visual information from the retina to the brain.

Front

What is the Cornea?

Back

The Cornea is the clear tissue that covers the front of the eye and helps to focus light.

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 is the Vitreous Humor?

Back

The Vitreous Humor is the clear, jelly-like substance that fills the space between the lens and the retina, helping to maintain the eye's shape.

Front

What is the Lens?

Back

The Lens is a transparent structure behind the pupil that focuses light onto the retina.

Front

What is the Iris?

Back

The Iris is the colored part of the eye that controls the size of the pupil and the amount of light that enters.

Front

What is Aqueous Humor?

Back

Aqueous Humor is the clear fluid in the front part of the eye that helps maintain pressure and provides nutrients.

Front

What does the Cornea do?

Back

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

Front

What is the function of the Retina?

Back

The Retina converts light into electrical signals that are sent to the brain.