The Eye

a vascular layer of tissue in the eye, located between the retina and the sclera

(anatomy) the structure that encloses the inner surface of the eye which consists of the muscle which makes the eye move

(anatomy) the transparent layer that covers the outside of the eyeball

The cornea is the transparent, dome-shaped layer covering the front of the eye, responsible for refracting light rays to focus images onto the retina.

a small pit in the center of the retina that is responsible for sharp central vision

(anatomy) the round colored portion of the eye around the pupil and behind the cornea

The iris is the colored part of the eye that regulates the amount of light entering the pupil.

(anatomy) the clear elastic part of the eye that concentrates light in order for things to be seen clearly

A healthy diet rich in antioxidants can help maintain the clarity and flexibility of the lens.

a specialized area in the retina that provides central vision and sharp visual acuity

a student, typically in a school or educational setting, who is learning under the guidance of a teacher

The teacher instructed the pupils to complete their assignments before the end of class.

(anatomy) the sensory membrane at the back of the eye that transmits light signals to the brain through optic nerves

The retina is the innermost layer of the eye that contains photoreceptor cells responsible for detecting light and initiating visual signals.

the tough, outer layer of the eye that helps protect and maintain the shape of the eyeball

The doctor examined the patient's sclera for any signs of jaundice or inflammation.

the clear, gel-like substance that fills the space between the lens and the retina in the eye

any of the several small canals through which tears pass from the tear gland to the eye or from the eye to the nose

the whole structure of the eye

any of the short hairs that grow along the edges of the eyelids

Her long eyelashes framed her eyes beautifully.

either of the upper or lower folds of skin that cover the eye when closed

After the surgery, her eyelid was swollen and she had difficulty keeping it open.

a small, round area on the retina where the optic nerve enters the eye

a specialized photoreceptor cell found in the retina of the eye that is responsible for vision in low-light conditions

a specialized photoreceptor in the retina of the eye responsible for color vision and high visual acuity in bright light conditions

a transparent fluid in the eye that nourishes and maintains the shape of the anterior chamber

the front part of the eye that contains clear fluid (aqueous humor), located between the cornea and the iris, helping to maintain the eye's shape and pressure

the back part of the eye that contains clear fluid (aqueous humor), located between the iris and the lens, helping to maintain the eye's shape and pressure

a thin, transparent membrane that covers the front surface of the eye and the inner surface of the eyelids

the jagged edge of the retina in the eye where it transitions to the ciliary body, marking the end of the retina's visual capabilities

a specialized vessel in the eye responsible for draining the fluid from the anterior chamber