WAEC - Biology (2024 - No. 15)

The diagram above is an illustration of sense organ in humans. Study it and answer questions 15 and 16.
The part that protects the organ is labelled
I
II
III
IV
Explanation
The parts labelled are:
I - IRIS
II - EYE LASHES
III - PUPIL
IV - SCLERA
The sclera, cornea, eyelids, eyelashes, and bony orbit all protect the eye from injury.
Sclera - labelled IV
- The tough, white, fibrous tissue that surrounds the eyeball
- Helps maintain the eye's shape
- Protects the eye from injury
- Extends from the cornea to the optic nerve at the back of the eye
Cornea
- The clear, curved layer in front of the iris and pupil
- Protects the front of the eye
- Helps focus light on the retina at the back of the eye
Eyelids
- Thin flaps of skin and muscle that can cover the eye
- Reflexively close quickly (blink) to protect the eye from foreign objects, wind, dust, insects, and very bright light
Eyelashes - labelled II
- Short, tough hairs that grow from the edge of the eyelid
- Keep insects and foreign particles away from the eye
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