Question : Among the defects of eye, the shortsightedness is called
Option 1: coma
Option 2: hypermetropia
Option 3: myopia
Option 4: astigmatism
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Correct Answer: myopia
Solution : The correct option is Myopia.
Myopia is the medical term for shortsightedness. It is a condition in which light rays from distant objects concentrate in front of, rather than on, the retina, resulting in impaired vision for distant objects. This is due to the eyeball being excessively long or the cornea being overly curved. Myopia is a prevalent eye disorder affecting around 30% of the world's population. It is most commonly diagnosed in childhood and can worsen with time.
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