Protective mechanisms of the eye © Siemens Stiftung 2017 CC BY-SA 4.0 international

Protective mechanisms of the eye

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Information sheet:
The eye’s most important protective mechanisms, including how they work, are described.

Available in: English, Spanish (CREA), German
Type of media: Text (81.0 kByte)
Last update: 2018-05-03
License:

This medium is made available under a CC BY-SA 4.0 international license.

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Media package:
For interactive whiteboards: The structure of the eye
Description:
The parts of the eye and their protective functions are presented.
• Eye sockets protect the eyes from impacts
• Eyelashes and eyebrows protect the eyes from dust and liquids
• Tear fluid has an antibacterial effect
• Pupillary light reflex and blink reflex protect the eyes from brightness

Information and ideas:
The students should recognize that all parts of the eye have an important function and that our eyes are well protected.
Related media:
Protective mechanisms of the eye (interactive worksheet) (Interactive)
Learning resource type:
Information sheet
Subjects:
Biology
Grade levels:
Grade 7 to 9; Grade 10 to 13
School types:
Middle/high school
Keywords:
Eye; Sense organ; Vision
Bibliography:
Siemens Stiftung Media Portal
Author:
MediaHouse GmbH
Rights holder:
© Siemens Stiftung 2017
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