Which of the following is true regarding aqueous formation?

  1. It is independent of intraocular pressure
  2. It is formed at the rate of 2 -3 ml per minute
  3. It is the result of secretion
  4. It is the result of filtration
  5. Both C and D

Correct Answer: Both C and D

Aqueous is formed by secretion and filtration by the ciliary epithelium of the ciliary processes. Filtration can be affected by intraocular pressure. The rate of formation is 2 – 3 microliters per minute, thereby replacing anterior chamber volume in approximately 100 minutes.

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