Asked by Allen Payne on Jun 03, 2024
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Which of the following is not a gland in the eyelids?
A) Glands of Zeis
B) Bulbar conjunctiva
C) Moll's glands
D) Meibomian glands
Glands of Zeis
Small sebaceous glands located at the rim of the eyelids, involved in lubricating the eyelashes to prevent drying out.
Bulbar Conjunctiva
The part of the conjunctiva, a clear membrane covering the white part of the eye, that overlays the eyeball, up to the edge of the cornea.
Meibomian Glands
Specialized oil glands located along the rim of the eyelids, responsible for the supply of meibum, an oily substance that prevents evaporation of the eye's tear film.
- Distinguish the framework and operations of the eye's individual parts.
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Emily VineyardJun 07, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Bulbar conjunctiva is a thin, transparent layer of tissue that covers the whites of the eyes (sclera) and is not a gland in the eyelids. The other options (A, C, and D) are all glands present in the eyelids.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish the framework and operations of the eye's individual parts.