Bio 2023 p2? Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
define accomodation
A
the process of changing the shape of the lens to focus on near or distant objects
2
Q
whatboart of the eye are images focused on
A
retina
3
Q
what is the name of the muscle which contracts when focusing on a near object
A
diliary muscle
4
Q
what happens to shape of lens when focusing on near object
A
lens will become thicker to allow light to refract more strongly
5
Q
what happens to the shape of a lens when focussing on a far object
A
lens is pulled thin- allows light rays to refract slightly
