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16 Cards in this Set
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List the function of: lens
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bend light to focus it on the retina
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List the function of sclera
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A firm white outer layer of connective tissue, maintains the shape of the eye and protects inner components of the eye,provides attachment for the muscles of the eye
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List the function of optic nerve
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Carriers action potential to the brain
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List the function of vitreous humor
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A clear jellylike substance that fills the chamber behind the lens and keeps the eyeball round
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List the function of the Retina
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The inter-most layer of the eye; composed of light-sensitive neurons
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Choroid
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Supplies the blood cells with oxygen
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Conjunctiva
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Covers the inner surface of the eyelids and ht eanterior portiio of the sclera
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Posterior chamber
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To hold the aqeuous humor
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Anterior chamber
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In addition, to hold the aqeuous humor
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Cornea
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Light passes into the eye through the cornea and covers the eye
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Pupil
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Where light enters the eye
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Iris
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Controls the size of the pupil
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Suspensory ligaments
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Connects the ciliary muscles to the lens
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Ciliary Body
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It contains the ciliary muscles which changes the lens
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Cones
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responsible for the detection of light color
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Rods
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Responsible for low levels of light
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