The light-sensitive screen at the BACK of the eye, on which the image is formed, is called the:
- Cornea, at the front of the eye
- Retina, at the back of the eye
- Iris, between the cornea and lens
- Pupil, the opening for light entry
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Correct answer: B. Retina, at the back of the eye
The retina is the light-sensitive screen at the back of the eye.
It contains rods (dim light) and cones (colour).
The optic nerve carries signals from retina to brain.