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/ˈɹɛt.ɨ.nə/ · re·ti·na
noun
- The thin layer of cells at the back of the eyeball where light is converted into neural signals sent to the brain. The retina is a delicate structure that requires proper care to maintain healthy vision.
- A thin, transparent layer of tissue at the back of the eyeball. The retina is responsible for converting light into electrical signals that are sent to the brain.
Did you know? The retina is the only part of the human body that can see itself, as it is the only part that can perceive light and images.