The sclera is the fibrous outer layer of the eye which retains the overall shape of the eye. This is commonly known as the white of the eye.
The outer eye refers to the visible part of the eye, including the eyelids, lashes, and outer corner structures. It provides protection for the more delicate internal structures of the eye, such as the cornea, iris, and lens. The outer eye also plays a role in lubricating the eye through tear production.
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The sclera is the thick outer casing of the eye, in most cases it is white, however in animals it is black.
The outer covering of the eye is formed by the cornea and sclera. The cornea is the transparent layer at the front of the eye, while the sclera is the white, tough, outer layer that covers the rest of the eyeball. These structures help protect and maintain the shape of the eye.
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The sclera of the eye acts like an outer skin to maintain the spherical shape of the eye.
The white outer coating on teeth is called enamel.
The fibrous tunic is the outermost layer of the human eye. In specific areas are the sclera, or "white of the eye", and the cornea which is continuous of the sclera.
The thick outer casing of the eye is called the sclera. It is a tough, white layer that helps to maintain the structural integrity of the eyeball and protect its delicate inner structures.