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Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)

11th Edition

ISBN:9780134580999

Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Publisher:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Chapter1: The Human Body: An Orientation

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1RQ: The correct sequence of levels forming the structural hierarchy is A. (a) organ, organ system,...

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What’s special about the fovea centralis (central fovea) and why we move our eyes to focus closely on an object?

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Step 1: Introduction:

The eye is the organ of vision. The eye has various segments which incorporate however are not restricted to the cornea, iris, pupil, lens, retina, macula, optic nerve, choroid and vitreous. Cornea is the clear front window of the eye that sends and focuses light into the eye.

Step 2: Fovea centralis:

The fovea centralis is a little, central pit made out of closely packed cones in the eye. It is situated in the focal point of the macula lutea of the retina. The fovea is responsible for sharp central vision, which is fundamental in people for reading, driving, and any movement where visual detail is of essential significance.