Human physiology — vision defects: Myopia is associated with which condition of the eye? State the optical effect and typical correction. Choose the correct association.
General Knowledge
Biology
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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ANear-sightedness (image forms in front of the retina); corrected with concave lenses
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BFar-sightedness (image forms behind the retina); corrected with convex lenses
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CLoss of color perception; corrected with tinted lenses
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DPoor night vision due to rod dysfunction; treated with vitamin A
Answer
Correct Answer: Near-sightedness (image forms in front of the retina); corrected with concave lenses
Explanation
Concept / ApproachMyopia = near-sightedness: parallel rays focus in front of the retina because the eyeball is too long and/or the cornea-lens system too powerful. A diverging (concave) lens moves the focal point back onto the retina.
Final AnswerNear-sightedness; corrected with concave lenses.