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The tear film has three layers: the inner mucus layer secreted by goblet cells, the middle aqueous layer consisting mainly of water and proteins secreted by lacrimal glands, and the outer lipid layer secreted by meibomian and other glands. The tear film moisturizes the cornea, provides oxygen, washes away debris, prevents infection through antibacterial components, and facilitates eyelid movement. Tears are continuously secreted and drained through the lacrimal passages into the nasal cavity, with the orbic

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Ashwin Thakali

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