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PHY 104 Refraction Through Lenses and Optical Instruments Objective Question

Question

In the human eye, where does most of the refraction of light occur?
Options
A In the ciliary muscles
B In the lens
C At the surface of the cornea
Correct Answer
D In the retina
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 40 states: 'Most of the refraction is done at the surface of the cornea; the lens makes small adjustments to focus at different distances.'

Hint

The initial bending of light happens at the very front surface of the eye.

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