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The eyes are one of the most complex and highly specialized sensory organs in our body. It is about 1 inch in diameter and has a volume of about 3-4 cc. They are situated within the large bony sockets called orbital cavity. The cavity is formed by 7 bones namely maxilla, palatine, zygomatic, sphenoid, frontal, ethmoid and lacrimal bone.

The eye ball is located beneath the forebrain and above the maxillary sinus. Each eye has 6 muscles attach to it and is protected by the eyelids and the tough bony orbital rim.

Image credit: K. Holoski

It is very important that we take care of our eyes by practicing good eating habits and going for regular check-ups. Please do not take your eyes for granted as damage to the eyes can be permanent or irreversible. So, go for a comprehensive eye examination today.

The image below shows the 6 muscles attached to the eyes.(4 rectus muscle and 2 oblique muscle) which is responsible for the various eye movements.

Image credit: ultrasoundpedia.com

The image below shows the 7 bones forming the orbital cavity and the nerve openings.

Image credit: mjc.edu

Interesting facts about the eye:
 

  1. The human eye sees in 576 megapixels.
  2. There are over 2 million working parts in the eye.
  3. The eye muscles are the most active muscles in the body.
  4. 80% of what a child learns is visual.

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