The transparent part of the eye that covers the iris and the pupil and allows light to enter the inside.
The transparent anterior portion of the fibrous coat of the eye, and serving as the first refractive medium of the eye.
Outer, transparent portion of the eye, consisting of five layers through which light passes to the retina.
The transparent anterior portion of the sclera of the eye.
The transparent, curved structure forming the front of the eyeball. Covered by the conjunctiva (the lining on the surface of the eye and inside the eyelids), the cornea contains five layers of clear tissue that help to focus light onto the retina. It joins the sclera (white of the eye) at its outer rim, and the black pupil and colored iris lie under it. The cornea itself is difficult to see because of its transparency.
The transparent circular part of the front of the eyeball. It refracts the light entering the eye onto the lens, which then focuses it onto the retina. The contains contains no blood vessels and it is extremely sensitive to pain.
The transparent anterior portion of the sclera (the fibrous outer layer of the eyeball), about one sixth of its surface. Beyond the edge of the cornea is the sclera, or “white” of the eye. The curvature of the cornea is greater than that of the remainder of the sclera; the cornea is the first part of the eye that refracts light. It is composed of five layers: an epithelial layer, Bowman’s membrane (anterior limiting membrane), the substantia propria corneae, vitreous membrane, and a layer of endothelium.
The transparent front of the sclera, through which light enters the eye.
The transparent, curved portion at the front of the eye, serving as the initial gateway for incoming light, is called the cornea. Positioned in front of the iris, the colored part of the eye, the cornea plays a vital role in facilitating the passage of light into the eye.
The cornea, a transparent and delicate surface, constitutes the front portion of the eyeball. It serves two primary purposes. Firstly, it aids in the precise focusing of light rays onto the retina located at the back of the eye. Secondly, it acts as a protective barrier, shielding the front of the eye from debris and potential injury.
The cornea is connected to the sclera (the white part of the eye) around its circumference, revealing the visible black pupil and colored iris beneath it. Comprising of five layers, each layer has its distinct role. The outermost layer, known as the epithelium, safeguards the eye and absorbs essential oxygen and nutrients from tears. The central layer, referred to as the stroma, is significantly thicker and provides the cornea with its shape. The inner layer, called the endothelium, aids in eliminating excess fluid from the cornea, ensuring the transparency of the tissues.
To maintain the health of the cornea, it requires adequate moisture and cleanliness. Moisture is provided by a tear film produced by the lacrimal gland, as well as mucus and fluid-secreting cells found in the eyelids and conjunctiva. The eyelids play a protective role by blinking or closing, preventing the entry of debris. Furthermore, the cornea possesses a high sensitivity level, promptly detecting any injuries or foreign objects that come into contact with it.
The clear and transparent portion located at the front and center of the eyeball.