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Eye Anatomy

Cornea: Clear tissue in front of the color of the eye.

Sclera: White of the eye.

Conjunctiva: Clear tissue covering the sclera.

Iris: Color of the eye.
Pupil: Hole in the middle of the iris.
Aqueous: Liquid filling the space between the cornea and the iris.

Lens: Part of the eye responsible for focusing.

Ciliary Muscle: Reshapes the lens to allow the eye to focus.

Retina: Composed of tiny receptors that allow the eye to see.
Vitreous: Clear gel filling the inside of the eye.

Macula: Center of the retina. Has the most densely packed receptors for best vision.

Optic Nerve: Connects the eye to the brain.

Extra-ocular Muscle: Allows the eye to move.

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