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Chapter 8
Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology; 10th edition by Marieb
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Anatomy
Undergraduate 1
07/11/2015

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Tarsal glands
Definition
Modified sebaceous glands that produce oily secretions, which lubricate the eye
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Conjunctiva
Definition
Membrane covering part of the eyeball; secretes lubricating mucus
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Lacrimal glands
Definition
Produce tears (dilute salt solution) which helps lubricate the eyes and protect from infection
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Cornea
Definition
Transparent portion of fibrous layer of the eye; avascular
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Sclera
Definition
White connective tissue serving as outer covering of eye
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Photoreceptors
Definition
Rods-night vision, numerous, edges
Cones-RBG color, center
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Fovea centralis
Definition
Pit near blind spot that only contains cones; point of sharpest vision
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Ciliary zonule
Definition
Suspensatory ligament that holds the lens in place
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Ceruminous glands
Definition
Secrete cerumen/earwax, which protects the ear from foreign bodies
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