The ________ Covers Most of the Exposed Surface of the Eye

Question

The ________ covers most of the exposed surface of the eye.
A) conjunctiva
B) cornea
C) iris
D) anterior chamber
E) caruncle

Accepted Answer

The conjunctiva is a thin, transparent membrane that covers the exposed surface of the eye, including the inner surface of the eyelids and the sclera (white part) of the eye. The cornea is the clear outer layer of the eye that covers the iris and pupil, but it does not cover the entire exposed surface of the eye. The iris is the colored part of the eye that surrounds the pupil and helps regulate the amount of light that enters the eye. The anterior chamber is a space in the front of the eye that contains aqueous humor, a fluid that helps maintain the shape of the eye. The caruncle is a small, pinkish, fleshy lump located in the inner corner of the eye, near the nose.