The Abnormality That Develops When a Lens Loses Its Transparency

Question

The abnormality that develops when a lens loses its transparency is known as
A) glaucoma.
B) myopia.
C) macular degeneration.
D) a cataract.
E) Fuch's dystrophy.

Accepted Answer

A cataract is the abnormality that develops when a lens loses its transparency, leading to cloudy or blurry vision. Glaucoma is a condition where the optic nerve is damaged often due to increased pressure in the eye. Myopia is a condition where distant objects appear blurry while close objects appear clear. Macular degeneration involves the deterioration of the central portion of the retina, causing a loss of central vision. Fuch's dystrophy is a condition that affects the cornea of the eye, leading to blurry or distorted vision.