Iris

The iris is the colored part of the eye. A circular muscle in the iris controls the amount of light that enters the eye through the pupil.

Pigment cells in the iris produce its color. Each person's irises have a distinct color, texture, and pattern.

Current as of: October 27, 2024

Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff

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