Glaucoma is characterized by an increase in intraocular pressure because of increased:
A) Aqueous humor in the anterior chamber of the eye.
B) Vitreous humor in the posterior chamber of the eye.
C) Fluid near the opening of the retina.
D) Waste products and toxins.
Answer: A) Aqueous humor in the anterior chamber of the eye.
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