Anatomy of the Human Eye

Anatomy of the Human Eye

Carefully read each question and provide your answers in the spaces provided. Refer to the diagram of the human eye to assist you where necessary.

Examine the diagram of the human eye below and answer the following questions.

1. Label the following parts on the diagram above: a) Cornea b) Iris c) Pupil d) Lens e) Retina f) Optic Nerve

2. Which part of the eye is responsible for controlling the amount of light entering the eye?

3. Where are the photoreceptor cells (rods and cones) located in the eye?

4. The transparent outer layer of the eye that helps to focus light is the  .

5. The   changes shape to focus light on the retina.

6. The   is the nerve that transmits visual information from the retina to the brain.

7. Explain the primary function of the pupil in the human eye.

8. Describe the role of the rods and cones in vision, highlighting their differences.

9. The vitreous humor is a watery fluid found in the anterior chamber of the eye.

10. The ciliary body is responsible for producing aqueous humor.