GCSE Biology: The Eye Exam-Style Questions
Question 1
Q1. Knowledge Recall (1 mark)
Define the term "refraction".
Question 2
Q2. Application (2 marks)
Explain how the pupil of the eye controls the amount of light entering the eye.
Question 3
Q3. Knowledge Recall (2 marks)
State the function of the cornea in the eye.
Question 4
Q4. Data Analysis (3 marks)
The diagram below shows a vertical section through the eye.
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Calculate the magnification produced by the cornea and lens combined.
Question 5
Q5. Knowledge Recall (1 mark)
Name the type of receptor cell in the retina that is sensitive to low light levels.
Question 6
Q6. Application (2 marks)
Describe how the eye detects colour.
Question 7
Q7. Knowledge Recall (2 marks)
State the function of the optic nerve.
Question 8
Q8. Data Analysis (3 marks)
The diagram below shows the image of a car formed on the retina of the eye.
[Diagram would be here]
Explain how the image is inverted on the retina.
Question 9
Q9. Knowledge Recall (1 mark)
Define the term "nearsightedness".
Question 10
Q10. Application (3 marks)
Explain how an artificial lens can correct nearsightedness.