Layers

Question 1

What are the three main layers of the eye globe?

Answer 1

Fibrous, vascular and neural

Question 2

True or False: The sclera is the innermost layer of the eye.

Answer 2

False.

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The __________ is the transparent front part of the eye that covers the iris and pupil.

Answer 3

cornea

Question 4

What is the primary function of the sclera?

Answer 4

To provide structural support and protection for the eye.

Question 5

Multiple choice: Which layer of the eye contains blood vessels and provides nutrients to the retina? A) Sclera B) Choroid C) Retina

Answer 5

B) Choroid

Question 6

What is the outermost layer of the eye globe?

Answer 6

The sclera.

Question 7

True or False: The retina contains photoreceptor cells.

Answer 7

True.

Question 8

Fill in the blank: The __________ is responsible for converting light into neural signals.

Answer 8

retina

Question 9

What are the two types of photoreceptor cells found in the retina?

Answer 9

Rods and cones.

Question 10

Multiple choice: Which layer of the eye is primarily responsible for the eye’s shape? A) Sclera B) Choroid C) Retina

Answer 10

A) Sclera

Question 11

What is the role of the choroid layer?

Answer 11

To supply oxygen and nutrients to the retina and absorb excess light.

Question 12

True or False: The retina is involved in the process of accommodation.

Answer 12

False.

Question 13

Fill in the blank: The __________ is a layer that contains melanin to help absorb light.

Answer 13

choroid

Question 14

What is the fovea centralis?

Answer 14

A small pit in the retina that provides the clearest vision.

Question 15

Multiple choice: Which layer of the eye is the thickest? A) Sclera B) Choroid C) Retina

Answer 15

A) Sclera

Question 16

True or False: The cornea is avascular.

Answer 16

True.

Question 17

What is the primary purpose of the cornea?

Answer 17

To refract light entering the eye.

Question 18

Fill in the blank: The __________ is the area where the optic nerve exits the eye.

Answer 18

optic disc

Question 19

What is the significance of the macula?

Answer 19

It is responsible for central vision and color perception.

Question 20

Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a function of the choroid? A) Nutrient supply B) Light absorption C) Vision processing

Answer 20

C) Vision processing

Question 21

True or False: The retina is composed of multiple layers of neurons.

Answer 21

True.

Question 22

What does the term ‘retinal detachment’ refer to?

Answer 22

A medical condition where the retina separates from the underlying choroid layer.

Question 23

Fill in the blank: The __________ connects the eye to the brain.

Answer 23

optic nerve

Question 24

What is the role of the ciliary body?

Answer 24

To control lens shape and produce aqueous humor.

Question 25

Multiple choice: The layers of the eye can be categorized into which two groups? A) Inner and outer B) Anterior and posterior C) Vascular and avascular

Answer 25

A) Inner and outer

Question 26

True or False: The iris is part of the scleral layer.

Answer 26

False.

Question 27

What is the function of the aqueous humor?

Answer 27

To maintain intraocular pressure and provide nutrients to the avascular structures of the eye.

Question 28

Fill in the blank: The __________ is the colored part of the eye that regulates the size of the pupil.

Answer 28

iris

Question 29

What is the role of the vitreous body?

Answer 29

To maintain the shape of the eye and provide a medium for light to pass through.

Question 30

Multiple choice: Which layer of the eye is involved in the immune response? A) Sclera B) Choroid C) Retina

Answer 30

B) Choroid

Question 31

True or False: The retina has no capacity for regeneration.

Answer 31

True.

Question 32

What is the primary function of the lens?

Answer 32

To focus light onto the retina.

Question 33

Fill in the blank: The __________ is the clear gel that fills the space between the lens and the retina.

Answer 33

vitreous humor

Question 34

What is the function of the zonules of Zinn?

Answer 34

To connect the ciliary body to the lens.

Question 35

Multiple choice: Which layer of the eye contains the majority of the eye's blood supply? A) Sclera B) Choroid C) Retina

Answer 35

B) Choroid