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eyelids and eyelashes
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What two structures cover and protect the eye?
eyelids and eyelashes
What organs and structures of the body cover and protect it?
SKIN
Which accessory eye structures function to produce the tears that cleanse and protect the eye?
lacrimal gland
What is a tough transparent cover of the eye?
The tough, transparent cover of the eye is called the cornea. It helps to protect the eye and refracts light that enters the eye to help focus it on the retina.
What is the system that organs and structures that cover and protect the body?
integumentary system- skin, nail,hair, ect.
What structures are covered by the conjunctiva?
The conjunctiva covers the inner surface of the eyelids and the outer surface of the eye (except for the cornea). It helps protect and lubricate the eye.
What does the sclerotic layer in the eye do?
This is the outermost layer of the eye excepting the cornea. It is composed of dense fibrous tissue to protect the internal eye structures and is also where the external ocular muscles insert to allow you to move your eyes.
What accessory eye structures function to produce the tears that cleanse and protect the eye?
The lacrimal glands produce tears that cleanse and protect the eye by keeping the surface moist and washing away irritants. The tears are then spread across the eye by blinking and other movements of the eyelids.
The outer transparent protective cover of the eyeball is the?
The outer transparent protective cover of the eyeball is the cornea. It helps protect the eye and refracts light to focus it on the retina at the back of the eye.
Structures that cover immature flowers?
The structures that cover and protect the buds of a flower are known as sepals. These are essentially leaves that have been modified.
What is the name of the opaque tissue surrounding the cornea?
The opaque tissue surrounding the cornea is called the sclera. It is the white part of the eye that helps to maintain the eye's shape and protect the inner structures.
What is the purpose of a eye pad?
An eye pad is typically used to protect and cover the eye after an injury or surgery. It helps to promote healing by reducing irritation or pressure on the eye and keeping it clean. Some eye pads are also used for medical treatments or to protect the eye during sleep.
