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1039. Myopia, or near sightedness is caused by _______________?

Correct answer: B. an elongated eyeball

  • A. a cloudy cornea
  • B. an elongated eyeball
  • C. a malfunction of the lens of the eye
  • D. an eyeball that has become shortened

Explanation

Myopia occurs when the eyeball is too long from front to back, causing light to focus in front of the retina rather than directly on it. A shortened eyeball produces hyperopia, or farsightedness.

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