JAMB Physics 2010 Question 31

Question 31

Lenses and Optical Instruments

Which of the following is used for the correction of short-sightedness?

  1. A.Concave lens
  2. B.Concave mirror
  3. C.Convex mirror
  4. D.Convex lens
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (Concave lens)

Explanation

A short-sighted eye focuses distant light in front of the retina. A diverging (concave) lens spreads the light so it focuses on the retina.