In a Person Who Is Nearsighted, The

question 11

Multiple Choice

In a person who is nearsighted, the:

• A)eyeball is too short from front to back.
• B)incoming light is focused in front of the retina.
• C)lens is not functional at all.
• D)aqueous humor is cloudier than normal.
• E)muscle that controls the thickness of the lens is weak.

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Definitions:

Hyaline Cartilage

A translucent, bluish-white type of cartilage present in the joints, respiratory tract, and other sites, providing a smooth surface for joint movement as well as support and flexibility.

Fibrocartilage

A type of cartilage with a dense interwoven network of collagen fibers, providing strong support and resisting pressure.

Active Range

The range of motion of a joint or muscle that can be achieved through muscular contraction without external assistance.

Knee Joint

A complex hinge joint in the leg that connects the thigh bone (femur) to the shin bone (tibia), enabling flexion and extension movements.