Clouding of the Lens of the Eye Is Called

question 25

Multiple Choice

Clouding of the lens of the eye is called:

• A) presbyopia.
• B) myopia.
• C) glaucoma.
• D) cataract.

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Definitions:

Pelvic Floor

A group of muscles and tissues that support the organs in the pelvis, including the bladder, rectum, and, in women, the uterus and vagina.

Reciprocal Innervation

A neurological process where the excitation of one muscle is accompanied by the inhibition of its antagonist.

Stretch Reflex

A muscle contraction in response to stretching within the muscle, functioning as a protective mechanism to prevent overstretching.

Golgi Tendon Reflex

A protective reflex mechanism through which the tension in a muscle tendon is regulated, preventing potential damage from excessive force.