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How the Eye Functions

1950·DocumentaryPublic Domain

This short uses detailed animation and diagrams to explain the gross and detailed structure of the human eye. It illustrates the complex process by which light waves are refracted and focused onto the retina to create visual perception.

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This short uses detailed animation and diagrams to explain the gross and detailed structure of the human eye. It illustrates the complex process by which light waves are refracted and focused onto the retina to create visual perception.

Technical Specifications

35mmFormat
480pResolution
1.33:1 (4:3)Aspect Ratio
MonoAudio
Black & WhiteColor
EnglishLanguage
USACountry
Restoration / DigitizationDigitized 2011
Source ArchiveInternet Archive
Copyright StatusPublic Domain (USA)
Country of OriginUSA
Archive IDHowtheEy1941
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Film Record
TitleHow the Eye Functions
GenreDocumentary
Year1950
Format35mm
Resolution480p
Aspect Ratio1.33:1 (4:3)
AudioMono
ColorBlack & White
LanguageEnglish
CountryUSA
RestorationDigitized 2011
SourceInternet Archive
StatusPublic Domain (USA)