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The eye as a sense organ

The eye as a sense organ

Cross-section of a human eye showing the cornea, iris, pupil, lens, ciliary muscle, suspensory ligaments, sclera, choroid, retina, fovea, blind spot, optic nerve, and the path of focused light The eye is a sense organ containing receptor cells that detect light. It focuses light onto the retina, where the stimulus is converted into electrical impulses.

2.4.1 Structure and function of the eye Lesson

  1. GCSE
  2. /Biology
  3. /2.4.1 Structure and function of the eye

Step-by-step lessons on Edexcel GCSE Biology 2.4.1 Structure and function of the eye. Each one builds up to exam-style questions. Start with the foundational topics and build up to the higher-tier material.

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