The cornea is the clear watch glass covering in the front of the eye. The cornea works with the lens of the eye to focus images on the retina. The retina captures the image and sends it to the brain to be developed. The retina is normally red due to its rich blood supply.
Lateral Eye Anatomy
From Troy Bedinghaus, O.D., About.com
Updated June 25, 2007
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