The space between the cornea and the iris filled with clear fluid is called the

The space between the cornea and the iris filled with clear fluid is called the

• A. Posterior Chamber
• B. Anterior Chamber
• C. Vitreous Humor
• D. Aqueous Humor

Answer: (A)

The space between the cornea and the iris is the anterior chamber. It’s filled with aqueous humor, the clear fluid produced by the ciliary processes. Aqueous humor flows from the posterior chamber, through the pupil, into the anterior chamber, nourishing the cornea and lens and helping to maintain intraocular pressure. The posterior chamber lies behind the iris, between the iris and the lens, and is a separate, narrower space that also contains aqueous humor. The vitreous humor fills the large space behind the lens in the vitreous body.

The space between the cornea and the iris is the anterior chamber. It’s filled with aqueous humor, the clear fluid produced by the ciliary processes. Aqueous humor flows from the posterior chamber, through the pupil, into the anterior chamber, nourishing the cornea and lens and helping to maintain intraocular pressure. The posterior chamber lies behind the iris, between the iris and the lens, and is a separate, narrower space that also contains aqueous humor. The vitreous humor fills the large space behind the lens in the vitreous body.