030 How Eyes Work - An Introduction

In this episode, Leslie Samuel explores how vision works, starting with a recap of the previous episode on senses. He explains the role of light in vision, detailing the anatomy of the eye, including the pupil, iris, and lens. The function of rods and cones in the retina is discussed, highlighting their roles in color and light sensitivity. The process of focusing light onto the retina is explained, along with how vision correction is achieved using glasses. The episode concludes with a preview of future topics on the molecular details of vision.

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