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What is the nature of the image of an object formed on the retina of the human eye?

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Virtual and Erect
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Real and Erect
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Real and Inverted
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Virtual and Inverted
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Solution

The correct option is C Real and Inverted
The cornea and lens of an eye together form the real image on the retina. When light passes into the eye, it passes first from the cornea. Since the cornea has a curved surface and acts as a convex lens, it begins to focus on the light rays. The light then passes over the pupil and hits the lens of the eye. The lens, which is also convex, further focuses the light so that it will hit the retina at the back of the eyeball to form the image.

The image formed on the retina is real and inverted. The retina comprises specialized cells that are sensitive to light and colour, known as rod and cone cells. These cells get stimulated and send signals to the brain which turns them into erect images that allow us to see.

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