13.7.2 - Activity 13.8
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What happens to the pupil when you shine a light on it?
💡 Hint: Think about how you see changes in light.
Is the iris the part of the eye that controls the pupil's size?
💡 Hint: Remember the color part of the eye.
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The pupil enlarges when light is ______.
💡 Hint: Think about how your eyes adjust in a dark room.
True or False: The iris does not play a role in how much light enters the eye.
💡 Hint: Remember what the iris does!
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If a person is in a dim room and suddenly opens a door to bright sunlight, explain the physiological changes happening in the eye.
💡 Hint: Consider the role of the iris in controlling light intake.
Describe how the pupil size might change in a person watching a movie in a dark theater versus stepping outside into bright daylight.
💡 Hint: Reflect on environments with different lighting conditions.## Exercises ### Easy 1. **Question**: What happens to the pupil when you shine a light on it? - **Answer**: The pupil constricts in bright light. - **Hint**: Think about how you see changes in light. 2. **Question**: Is the iris the part of the eye that controls the pupil's size? - **Answer**: Yes, the iris controls the pupil's size. - **Hint**: Remember the color part of the eye. ### Medium 1. **Question**: Describe what you would observe if you looked at someone's eye in bright light. - **Answer**: The pupil would appear smaller due to constriction. - **Hint**: Consider what happens to your eye in bright situations. 2. **Question**: Explain why the pupil enlarges in dim light. - **Answer**: It enlarges to allow more light to enter the eye for better vision. - **Hint**: Think about needing to see better where it’s dark. ### Hard 1. **Question**: Why is it important for our pupils to adjust to different light conditions? - **Answer**: It helps protect our retinas from damage and allows us to see well in varying environments. - **Hint**: Consider how our eyes adapt to prevent strain or injury. 2. **Question**: How does the pupil size affect vision in extreme light conditions, such as at the beach on a sunny day? - **Answer**: Smaller pupils limit light exposure, preventing overexposure and potential damage. - **Hint**: Think about glare and brightness.
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