Glossary of Terms for an Anatomy of the Eye
Anterior chamber the region of the eye between the cornea and the lens that contains aqueous humor.
Aqueous Humor the fluid produced in the eye.
Ciliary body part of the eye that produces the aqueous humor.
Choroid layer of the eye containing blood vessels that nourish the retina.
Cornea the outer, transparent structure that covers the iris, pupil, and anterior chamber.
Fovea the pit or depression within the macula that provides the greatest visual acuity
Iris the colored ring of tissue behind the cornea that regulates the amount of light entering the eye by adjusting the size of the pupil.
Lens the transparent structure suspended behind the iris that helps to focus light on the retina.
Macula the portion of the retina that processes sharp, clear, "straight-ahead" vision.
Optic Nerve the bundle of nerve fibers that carry visual messages from the retina to the brain.
Pupil light enters the eye through this adjustable opening at the center of the iris.
Retina the light-sensitive layer of tissue that lines the back of the eye.
Sclera the tough outer coat that protects the entire eyeball.
Trabecular Meshwork aqueous humor flows out of the eye through this spongy tissue located near the cornea.
Vitreous clear jelly-like substance that fills the eye from the lens on back.
