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Histology of the Eye – Second Look Michael Hortsch, Ph.D. Department of Cell and Developmental Biology University of Michigan © 2010 Michael Hortsch

Name the three main layers of the eye that are indicated by the colored arrows and the major components of each layer.

Name the three internal chambers of the eye and their respective content.

Name the different layers of the cornea (as indicated by the red arrows). Which part of the eye is shown in this micrograph ?

Identify and describe these glands, which are associated with the eye, in as much detail as possible. Image courtesy of Dr. S. Rosen, University of California, San Francisco

Identify and describe these glands, which are associated with the eye, in as much detail as possible. Image courtesy of Dr. S. Rosen, University of California, San Francisco

Identify and describe this gland, which is associated with the eye in as much detail as possible. Image courtesy of Dr. S. Rosen, University of California, San Francisco

Describe the two epithelial layers covering the cilary body and processes (Look at the image above). Name at least one function for each layer.

Name and locate the two histological structures that are responsible for the drainage of the aqueous humor.

Describe what is depicted in this image and the process it reflects. In which direction would you find the iris ?

Identify the structure and briefly outline its function(s)

From which side does light enter the eye ? Identify the structure and briefly outline its function(s)

Which of the following cell types do you expect to find in the macula ? Rod cells Cone cells Bipolar neurons Ganglion cells Identify the structure and briefly outline its function(s)

Identify the two blood supply system that nourish the retinal layer and indicate where they are located in the micrograph on the left.

Identify the layers indicated by the white arrows.

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