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The front of the eye (where you see your pupil and iris) is protected by the Cornea , a clear protective layer . The rest of the eye is protected by the sclera, a white, tough substance which covers the rest of the eye, around the back etc.

However, the retina is located on the back inside of the eye. This is where the stimulus (light) is detected by rod cells (in the dark) and cone cells (in the light) .

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