Inside the eye

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Retina
Where the image is formed. The light sensitive layer of the eye. Contains light sensitive receptor cells. Carries imulses to the optic nerve so they can be sent to the brain
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Pupil
The hole in the centre of the iris which allows light to enter
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Blind Spot
Where the optic nerve leaves the eye. Contains no light sensitive receptors
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Cornea
Clear part of the sclera which allows light through
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Lens
Bends/Refracts and changes shape to focus light onto retina
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Sclera
A protective tough white outer coating
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Optic Nerve
Carries impulses from the retina to the brain
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Iris
Muscles which contract to alter the size of the pupil and to control how much light enters the eye
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Choroid
A pigment layer which absorbs the light to stop it from reflecting. They also contain blood vessels
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Card 2

Front

The hole in the centre of the iris which allows light to enter

Back

Pupil

Card 3

Front

Where the optic nerve leaves the eye. Contains no light sensitive receptors

Back

Preview of the back of card 3

Card 4

Front

Clear part of the sclera which allows light through

Back

Preview of the back of card 4

Card 5

Front

Bends/Refracts and changes shape to focus light onto retina

Back

Preview of the back of card 5
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