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Pigmented layer in the eye is called as


A

Choroid

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B

Cornea

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C

Sclerotic

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D

Eyelids

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Solution

The correct option is A

Choroid


The correct option is A.

The explanation for the correct option:

  1. it contains a vascular layer of the eye.
  2. It contains connective tissues and lies between the retina and the sclera of the eye.
  3. Human choroid is thickest at the rear side of the eye and provides oxygen and nourishment to the layers of retina.

The explanation for the incorrect options:

Option B

  1. Cornea is the outer layer of the eye.
  2. It is transparent that covers iris and the pupil.
  3. It allows light to enter inside and helps to focus light so that we can see clearly.

Option C

  1. Sclerotic protective covering that covers most of the eye .
  2. It starts from cornea and extends to optic nerve in back.
  3. It gives white color to the eyeball on also protects and supports your eyes.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Option D

  1. Eyelids are the thin fold of skin that covers and protects an eye.
  2. They keep all the dirt and debris and spreads moisture in the eyes.

Final answer: Pigmented layer in the eye is called the choroid.


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