Your Eye as an Optical Instrument

Your Eye as an Optical Instrument

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Physics, Biology, Science

6th - 8th Grade

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The video tutorial explores how cameras and human eyes function similarly in capturing images. It explains the components of a camera, such as the aperture, lens, and sensor, and compares them to the eye's pupil, lens, and retina. The tutorial also covers how eye doctors use optics to correct vision issues, employing tools like glasses, contacts, or laser surgery.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of the aperture in a camera?

To focus light on the sensor

To determine the amount of light entering

To capture the image

To move the lens back and forth

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the lens in a camera focus light?

By changing its shape

By moving back and forth

By altering its color

By rotating

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what way does the human eye differ from a camera in focusing light?

The eye lens changes position

The eye lens changes shape

The eye has no lens

The eye uses a digital sensor

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What part of the eye is comparable to the camera's sensor?

The pupil

The cornea

The retina

The iris

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which method is NOT used by eye doctors to correct vision?

Adding an external lens

Using laser surgery

Changing the eye's color

Using contact lenses