A person can see near objects clearly through his eyes but cannot see distant objects clearly. The possible reason(s) for this defect could be :<br>1. Excessive curvature of the eye lens.<br>2. The eye-ball has become too small.<br>3. The focal length of the eye lens is too large.<br>4. Elongation of the eye-ball.<br>Select the <strong>correct</strong> answer using the code given below:
- A. 1 only
- B. 2 and 4 only
- C. 1 and 4 only ✓
- D. 1 and 3 only
Correct Answer: C. 1 and 4 only
Explanation
Myopia (short-sightedness) is caused by the elongation of the eyeball or excessive curvature of the eye lens, causing images of distant objects to form in front of the retina.
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