Generate a conceptual framework based on draft conceptual framework illustrating the key variables and their hypothesized relationships in assessing the microbial and mineral composition of clay used in eye drops: Independent Variables: Microbial composition (diversity and abundance of bacteria, fungi) Mineral composition (beneficial minerals, toxic heavy metals) Physicochemical properties (pH, texture, particle size) Dependent Variable: Ocular health effects Mediating Factors: Perceived susceptibility and severity of eye infections (Health Belief Model) Perceived risks vs. benefits of using clay eye drops (Health Belief Model) The key hypothesized relationships are: Microbial composition impacts ocular health directly through risk of infections, and indirectly through growth influenced by physicochemical factors. Mineral composition impacts ocular health through beneficial minerals promoting healing or toxic minerals causing irritation/inflammation. Physicochemical properties impact ocular health directly through irritation/discomfort and indirectly by enabling microbial growth. Perceived risks/benefits (Health Belief Model) shape use patterns and self-treatment behaviors, which modulate ocular health effects. | Synthwave