The ophthalmologist is teaching about the structure of the eye that prevents light from scattering in the eye. What structure is the ophthalmologist describing?
a. Iris
b. Pupil
c. Choroid
d. Retina
ANS: C
The choroid is the deeply pigmented middle layer that prevents light from scattering inside the eye. The iris is a part of the choroid and contains the pupil, which lets light into the eye. The reti-na is the innermost layer of the eye.
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