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The Human Eye: Structure and Function

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The Human Eye: Structure and Function

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Refer to the provided diagram of the human eye.

The Human Eye: Cross Section

Cross-section of the human eye with parts labeled

1. Which part of the eye is responsible for focusing light onto the retina?

a

Iris

b

Cornea

c

Lens

d

Pupil

2. Rods and cones are photoreceptors located in which part of the eye?

a

Choroid

b

Retina

c

Sclera

d

Optic nerve

3. The opening in the center of the iris that controls the amount of light entering the eye is called the  .

4. The   is a transparent, protective outer layer of the eye that helps to refract light.

5. The jelly-like substance that fills the eyeball behind the lens is known as the   humor.

6. Cones are responsible for vision in dim light and detecting shades of gray.

T

True

F

False

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

T

True

F

False

8. Describe the process of accommodation in the human eye.

9. Explain the difference between myopia (nearsightedness) and hyperopia (farsightedness) in terms of light focusing.

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