Conjunctiva vs. Cornea

Conjunctiva vs. Cornea — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Conjunctiva and Cornea

Conjunctivanoun

(anatomy) A clear mucous membrane that lines the inner surface of the eyelid and the exposed surface of the eyeball or sclera.

Corneanoun

(anatomy) The transparent layer making up the outermost front part of the eye, covering the iris, pupil, and anterior chamber.

Conjunctivanoun

a transparent membrane covering the eyeball and under surface of the eyelid

Corneanoun

transparent anterior portion of the outer covering of the eye; it covers the lens and iris and is continuous with the sclera

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