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Cornea

/kˈɔrniə/
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(noun) The transparent layer making up the outermost front part of the eye, covering the iris, pupil, and anterior chamber.

In LASIK, a laser is used to adjust the surface of the cornea.
There is pressure on the cornea from the inside of the eye.
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In LASIK, a laser is used to adjust the surface of the ____.

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