Question

Which among the following is a function of the vitreous humour?

• A. Moistens the lens
• B. Refracts light
• C. Maintains the shape of the eyeball
• D. Protects the retina

Answer 1

Answer: (C), (D)

The correct options are
C

Maintains the shape of the eyeball

D

Protects the retina

Vitreous chamber is the larger cavity of the eyeball behind the lens. It is filled with a transparent, jelly-like, stagnant fluid called the vitreous humour. It helps in maintaining the shape of the eyeball and protects the retina as well as its nerve endings. Aqueous humour is responsible for moistening the lens and refracting light.