Human Anatomy (8th Edition) - Standalone book
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Author: Frederic H. Martini, Robert B. Tallitsch
Publisher: PEARSON
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The eye’s wall consists of three layers, namely the inner layer, the intermediate layer, and the outer fibrous layer. The eyeball is a hollow structure and the orbital fat provides insulation and padding to the eye.
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