A Reduction in Sharpness of Vision Due to an Irregularly

Question

A reduction in sharpness of vision due to an irregularly shaped cornea or lens is called ________.
A) myopic
B) hyperopic
C) emmetropic
D) astigmatism

Accepted Answer

Astigmatism is a condition where the cornea or lens is not evenly curved, causing blurry or distorted vision. Myopic (A) refers to nearsightedness, hyperopic (B) refers to farsightedness, and emmetropic (C) is a term used to describe normal vision.