Eye Anatomy Explained
The iris, the colored part of the eye, plays a crucial role in controlling the size of the pupil, which adjusts to varying light conditions. When in darker environments, the pupil dilates to allow more light in, while the iris consists of muscles that facilitate this change. The pupil appears dark because it reflects the back of the eyeball, specifically the retina, which can create the red-eye effect in flash photography.In this clip
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