Eyes, eyes, eyes...

Front

What gives the biggest part of the eye its shape?

Back

The vitreous body is a gel-like substance that fills the eye and helps maintain its shape.

Front

What helps us to see color?

Back

Cones are photoreceptor cells in the retina that allow us to see colors.

Front

Which part of your eye would you consider to be the 'great messenger'?

Back

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

Front

What automatically shuts to help protect the eye?

Back

The eyelid closes to protect the eye from dust, debris, and bright light.

Front

Tears help your eyes by:

Back

Washing away germs, keeping them from drying out, and keeping dust or other particles out.

Front

What is the function of the retina?

Back

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

Front

What is the role of the lens in the eye?

Back

The lens focuses light onto the retina to help us see clearly.

Front

What are rods in the eye responsible for?

Back

Rods are photoreceptor cells that help us see in low light conditions.

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 iris?

Back

The iris is the colored part of the eye that controls the size of the pupil.