Question

Which of the following statements is/are the function(s) of aqueous humour?

• A. Provides protection to the eye.
• B. Provides nourishment to the eye.
• C. Changes the size of the pupil to regulate light.
• D. Helps in focusing light onto retina.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (D)

The correct options are
A Provides protection to the eye.
B Provides nourishment to the eye.
D Helps in focusing light onto retina.

Aqueous humour is a fluid which nourishes the eye tissues. It is formed from blood, replenished by it and is reabsorbed into it. It protects the eye and also bends light to aid in focusing of light from the source.