Question 37
Lenses and Optical InstrumentsThe ability of the human eye to focus objects on the retina is referred to as the power of
- A.interference.
- B.diffraction.
- C.accommodation.
- D.superposition.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (accommodation.)
Explanation
The ciliary muscles change the thickness of the eye lens so that near and far objects are focused on the retina. This is accommodation.