Physics Technology Update (4th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32190-308-0
ISBN 13: 978-0-32190-308-2

Chapter 27 - Optical Instruments - Conceptual Questions - Page 968: 1

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When we stare off into the distance (focused at infinity), we relax the ciliary muscles of the eye and the eye is thus able to rest. On the other hand, focusing on nearby objects will require more use of eye muscles.
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