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Chapter 9: Problem 1

Light entering the eye first passes through ________ the a protective window.

Short Answer

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The correct answer is the cornea.

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01

Identifying the First Part of the Eye Light Travels Through

Think about the structure of the eye. Light enters the eye, but what's the first part it crosses? This part also serves as a protective barrier, being the eye's 'window'.
02

Recalling Knowledge From Anatomy

Use your knowledge of human anatomy, particularly the structure and function of the eye. Which part of the eye is known to be the very first part that light encounters?
03

Filling in the Blank

Now that you've recollected the structure and function of the eye and identified the part where light first enters, you can fill in the blank with the right word.

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