Question

Canal of Schlemm occurs in

• A. Middle ear
• B. Internal ear
• C. Aqueous chamber of eye
• D. Vitreous chamber of eye

Answer 1

The correct option is C Aqueous chamber of eye

Canal of Schlemn is a circular canal that lies at the junction of sclera and cornea. It is present in aqueous chamber of eye. Its function is to drain out excess fluid that builds up in the aqueous chamber. A blockage in canal of Schlemn can lead to increase in intraocular pressure due to which the optic nerve gets damaged. This condition is known as Glaucoma and leads to blindness.

So, the correct answer is 'Aqueous chamber of eye'.