Aqueous humor

Definition

Aqueous humor is a clear, watery fluid located in the front part of the eye between the lens and the cornea. It helps maintain intraocular pressure and provides nutrients to the avascular structures of the eye.

Related terms

Intraocular Pressure: The fluid pressure inside the eye, essential for maintaining the eyeball's shape and proper optical functionality.

Cornea:

The transparent front layer of the eye that covers the iris, pupil, and anterior chamber, contributing significantly to the eye's ability to focus light.

Lens:

A transparent structure behind the iris of the eye that helps to refract light to be focused on the retina, enabling clear vision