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PHY 104 The Human Eye Objective Question

Question

When calculating the power of a lens using the formula Power = 1/focal length, what unit must the focal length be in?
Options
A Centimeters (cm)
B Millimeters (mm)
C Meters (m)
Correct Answer
D Diopters (D)
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The text explicitly states: 'Note that the units of focal length must be in meters when using this expression.'

Hint

Diopters are the unit for power, not focal length. Consider the standard SI unit for length.

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