What is the cornea?
The cornea is the clear dome-shaped surface covering the iris and pupil. It is the main focusing element of the eye. Light shines through the cornea and the lens, then on to the retina at the back of the eye, allowing us to see.
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What is the cornea?
The cornea is the clear dome-shaped surface covering the iris and pupil. It is the main focusing element of the eye. Light shines through the cornea and the lens, then on to the retina at the back of the eye, allowing us to see.