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Explain the Term: Astigmatism

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Explain the Term: Astigmatism

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Astigmatism: It is a defect in which some parts of the object are seen in focus while others are blurred. It arises due to the uneven curvature of the cornea. This is corrected by cylindrical lenses.

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अध्याय 8: The Nervous System and Sense Organs - Explain the Terms

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आईसीएसई Biology [English] Class 10 ICSE
अध्याय 8 The Nervous System and Sense Organs
Explain the Terms | Q 12

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