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The Term Cataract Refers to the Condition in Which the Lens

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The term cataract refers to the condition in which the lens becomes stiff and loses its elasticity.


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Hydrogen ions, which are a central component in the chemistry of acids and bases and play an important role in the pH balance of biological systems.

OH- Ions

OH- ions, also known as hydroxide ions, consist of one oxygen and one hydrogen atom carrying a negative electric charge, commonly found in alkaline solutions.

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