Which accessory eye structure is NOT correctly matched with its function? (A) conjunctiva: protect eye from drying out (B) eyelid: protect the eye (C) tarsal glands: produce tears (D) lacrimal glands: destroy bacteria

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Everett Barron

25 September, 03:26

Which accessory eye structure is NOT correctly matched with its function? (A) conjunctiva: protect eye from drying out (B) eyelid: protect the eye (C) tarsal glands: produce tears (D) lacrimal glands: destroy bacteria

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Annabel Hansen · Answer 1

(C) tarsal glands: produce tears

Explanation:

Tarsal glands are also called as Meibomian glands. These glands do not secrete tears. The tarsal glands sere to produce a fluid which in turn do not allow the eyelids to adhere to each other. Hence, tarsal glands are involved in preventing the eyelids from sticking to each other. Production of tears is the function of lacrimal glands.