The human eye is located in bony sockets called orbits. It has three layers - the outer sclera, middle choroid layer with blood vessels, and inner retina layer with photoreceptor cells. The retina contains rod and cone cells that contain light-sensitive proteins to detect light and color. Signals from these cells are transmitted through the optic nerve to the brain for vision. The lens focuses light rays onto the retina, especially the dense fovea region for highest visual acuity. Fluids in the eye's chambers, such as the aqueous humor and vitreous humor, help maintain its shape and transfer signals.