Q37 / 57 · KVPY 2019 (SA) · Physics
Which one of the following parts of the eye is affected in cataract?
- ACornea
- BConjunctiva
- CRetina
- Correct answerDLens
Solution
Cataract affects the lens in the eye. It occurs due to the clouding of the crystalline lens and prevents light and image from reaching the retina. A cataract makes a person vision blurry and less colourful. There is partial or complete loss of vision due to the lens becoming milky and cloudy.
Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.