Human Eye

Definition

The human eye is the organ responsible for vision, allowing us to perceive and process visual information from our surroundings.

Related terms

Lens:

A transparent structure in the eye that refracts (bends) light rays to focus them onto the retina.

Retina:

A thin layer of tissue at the back of the eye that contains light-sensitive cells called photoreceptors.

Cornea: The clear, curved front surface of the eye that helps bend incoming light and acts as a protective barrier.