Demonstrations

Model of an Eye

Code Number :	6J10.10
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Condition :	Good
Principle :	Geometries of the Eye
Area of Study :	Optics
Equipment :	Eye Model.
Procedure :	No preparation except for routine cleaning. The Eye charts can be used to show normal vs. abnormal eye function.

References

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