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The conjunctiva is a transparent mucous membrane whose major function is to produce lubricating mucus that prevents the eye from drying out. The lacrimal apparatus produces tears. The tarsal glands produce an oily secretion that keeps the eyelids from sticking together.
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What is the conjunctiva's function?
Mucas wall
What is the function conjunctiva?
Mucas wall
What is the function of a conjunctiva?
Is a mucous membrane covering part of the eye
What is the function of the conjunctiva?
This a transparent or clear layer that covers the eye.
What parts of the eye is covered by conjunctiva?
what part of the eye is covered by conjunctiva
What is the difference between conjuctiva and conjunctiva?
This portion of the conjunctiva covers the anterior part of the sclera (the "white" of the eye). The bulbar conjunctiva stops at the junction between the sclera and cornea; it does not cover the cornea. Palpebral conjunctiva. This portion covers the inner surface of both the upper and lower eyelids.
What is a major function of the excretory system?
the major function is food
Where is conjunctivitis found?
Conjunctivitis is inflammation of the conjunctiva. The conjunctiva is a layer of epithelial cells that cover the sclera (in the eye) and the inside of eyelids.
What do you call the secretions of the conjunctiva?
Tears
What is the other term for cornea?
Conjunctiva
What is the definition of Conjunctivitis?
Inflammation of the conjunctiva.
What is the secretory product of the conjunctiva?
Mucus
