Physiology of the Eye

Front

What part of the eye has the highest concentration of rods and cones?

Back

Fovea centralis

Front

What happens to your eyes if you are in a dark room?

Back

Your pupils will widen to let in more light.

Front

What part of the eye is the inner layer of the eyeball and contains the photoreceptors?

Back

Retina

Front

This jelly-like fluid helps the eye maintain its shape.

Back

Vitreous Humor

Front

This is the translucent layer that allows light through the eye.

Back

Cornea

Front

What is the function of the iris in the eye?

Back

The iris controls the size of the pupil and thus the amount of light that enters the eye.

Front

What is the role of the lens in the eye?

Back

The lens focuses light onto the retina.

Front

What is the optic nerve responsible for?

Back

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

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.

Front

What is the sclera?

Back

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