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penguins

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Explain the function of the lens.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

In the term diathermy, the root therm means:
 
  A) wet.
  B) cold.
  C) through.
  D) hot, heat.


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zoeyesther

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

The lens is a colorless, crystalline body, biconvex in shape and enclosed in a transparent capsule. It is suspended by ligaments just behind the iris. The function of the lens is to sharpen the focus of light on the retina.

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: D) Correct. The root therm means hot or heat.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Excellent

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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