human anatomy human eye

Blind spot

is where the optic nerve leaves the retina. There are no light sensitive cells in this area.

Aqueous humor

this clear fluid fills the front part of the eyeball and is located between the cornea lens and iris

Lens

this is the curved clear part that is located inside of the eye for focusing light on the eyes back lining or retina (C)

Cornea

this is the eyes clear outer coating that covers the iris and the pupil (B)

Iris

this is the eyes colored part that has muscles that controls the amount of light that can enter

Retina

this is the lining of the back of the eyeball that are made up several layers of cells which are very sensitive to light that enters the eye. These cells send messages to the brain which then translates messages into pictures

Optic nerve

this is the nerve that connects the eye to the brain

Sclera

this is the tough white protective tissue that covers all of the eye ball except the cornea

Vitreous humor

this jelly like substance fills the back part of the eyeball behind the lens