Ocular anatomy: practice question

A Ophthalmology question in the style of the NEET PG paper. Answer it first, then read why the right option is right and why each of the others is wrong.

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Ophthalmology · Ocular anatomy

Sample item

What structure forms the white outer coat of the eye?

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The answer and the reasoning

A. Sclera

The sclera is the tough opaque outer fibrous coat that maintains globe shape and provides attachment for extraocular muscles.

Option by option

  • A. Sclera (correct)

    Correct: sclera is the white fibrous outer coat.

  • B. Iris

    Iris regulates pupil diameter within the anterior segment.

  • C. Cornea

    Cornea is the transparent anterior continuation of the fibrous coat.

  • D. Retina

    Retina is the light-sensitive inner neural layer.

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What is the answer to this Ophthalmology question?

The best answer is A, Sclera. The sclera is the tough opaque outer fibrous coat that maintains globe shape and provides attachment for extraocular muscles.

Why is "Iris" not the answer?

Iris regulates pupil diameter within the anterior segment.

Why is "Cornea" not the answer?

Cornea is the transparent anterior continuation of the fibrous coat.

Why is "Retina" not the answer?

Retina is the light-sensitive inner neural layer.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Ocular anatomy in Ophthalmology. The correct option holds because: Correct: sclera is the white fibrous outer coat.

How hard is this question?

We tag it as an application question: it asks you to use a fact on a patient or a finding. The tag is our own editorial judgement, not an official difficulty rating, so read the reason for every option, not only the answer.

How should I study Ocular anatomy?

Group the red eye by what to examine and what the pupil does. Then use the flashcards and the other Ophthalmology questions on this site to test what stuck.

Is this a real NEET PG question?

No. It is an original practice item (editorial status: sample, version 1). NextPrep does not publish recalled or leaked questions, and independent faculty review of this item has not been completed yet, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.