Which defect arises when the crystalline lens loses flexibility, reducing its ability to focus on nearby objects?

Subject: General Awareness | Topic: Science | Difficulty: MEDIUM

Options

1. (A) Presbyopia results from decreased lens flexibility.
2. (B) Astigmatism results from decreased lens flexibility.
3. (C) Myopia results from decreased lens flexibility.
4. (D) Hypermetropia results from decreased lens flexibility.

Verified Answer

Option (A): Presbyopia results from decreased lens flexibility.

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