The cornea is the only part of the human body that receives oxygen directly from the air.
Why it is true
Unlike other tissues nourished by blood vessels, the cornea is avascular. It absorbs oxygen directly from the atmosphere through the tear film covering it, which is essential to maintain its transparency and health.
Source: Scientific American
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