AC to Lens

Lens

  • Transparent, biconvex structure
  • Contributes 10-15 dioptres to visual system
  • Anterior curvature greater than posterior
  • 10mm diameter
  • 4mm thickness (3mm at birth and 6mm at age 80)
  • 35% water (normally)
  • Lens proteins are mostly water soluble (except for MIP)
  • Lens osmolality…
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