Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
The vitreous humor is a jelly-like substance that fills the space between the lens and retina in the eyeball. It helps maintain the shape of the eye and transmit light to the retina.