EYE

Front

What is the function of the optic nerve?

Back

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

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 cornea?

Back

The cornea is the transparent front part of the eye that covers the iris and pupil, helping to focus light.

Front

What is the retina?

Back

The retina is the light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye that converts light into neural signals.

Front

What is the lens of the eye?

Back

The lens is a transparent structure that helps to focus light onto the retina.

Front

What is the tapetum?

Back

The tapetum is a layer of tissue in the eye of some animals that reflects light, causing their eyes to appear to glow in the dark.

Front

What is the blind spot?

Back

The blind spot is the area on the retina where the optic nerve exits the eye, and there are no photoreceptors.

Front

What are the muscles around the eye responsible for?

Back

The muscles around the eye control eye movement and help in focusing.

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 entering the eye.

Front

What is the pupil?

Back

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