which of the two smooth muscle layer dilates the pupil
The radial smooth muscle layer (dilator pupillae) is responsible for dilating the pupil. Source(s): http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iris_%28ana...http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dilator_pup...LaughingMan Â· 8 years ago.he iris is composed of two smooth muscle layers, arranged radially and circularly.