The size of the pupil is controlled by the _________ .

Iris

Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses

lens

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Retina

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Cornea

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Open in App

Solution

The correct option is A
Iris

The size of the pupil is controlled by Iris. Iris contains a group of two smooth muscles attached at the corner of the pupil. They stretch when there is less light and shrink when it is too bright. These muscles are known as sphincter pupillae.

Suggest Corrections

Similar questions

Question 1

Part of the eye which controls the entering of light is called
(a) iris
(b) cornea
(c) lens
(d) retina

What is the function of the following -

a - pupil

b- cornea

c- retina

d- iris

e - eye lids

d- optic nerve

d- siliary muscles

Join BYJU'S Learning Program