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Posterior chamber

British pronunciation/pɒstˈiəɹɪə tʃˈeɪmbə/
American pronunciation/pɑːstˈiəɹɪɚ tʃˈeɪmbɚ/
Posterior chamber
[NOUN]
1

the back part of the eye that contains clear fluid (aqueous humor), located between the iris and the lens, helping to maintain the eye's shape and pressure

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What is "posterior chamber"?

The posterior chamber is a small, fluid-filled compartment situated between the iris and the lens in the eye. It contains a clear, watery fluid called aqueous humor, which helps nourish and maintain the health of the surrounding structures, as well as contributes to the intraocular pressure. The posterior chamber also serves as a pathway for the circulation of nutrients and waste products within the eye.

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