Pars

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Pars is a term with multiple meanings in different contexts. It can refer to a region in Iran, a part of the human eye, or a scoring term in golf, among other things. This article will provide a detailed overview of these various meanings.

Pars (Iran)[edit | edit source]

Pars is a historical region in the south of Iran, known in the West as Persia. It was the homeland of the Persians, one of the two major tribes of the ancient Achaemenid Empire. The region is known for its significant contributions to Persian history, culture, and language.

Pars (anatomy)[edit | edit source]

In anatomy, the term pars is used to denote a part or segment of a larger structure. For example, the pars plana is a part of the human eye, located in the ciliary body, which produces the aqueous humor.

Pars (golf)[edit | edit source]

In golf, a par is the predetermined number of strokes that a proficient golfer should require to complete a hole, a round, or a tournament. Pars are central to the scoring in golf and have a significant impact on the strategy and play of the game.

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This disambiguation page lists articles associated with the title Pars.


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