When does the lens usually become more rigid while the ciliary muscle of the iris becomes weaker?
a. At 25 years of age
b. Around 35 years of age
c. Around 45 years of age
d. After 65 years of age
C
Starting at around 45 years of age, the lens starts to change and become more rigid, and the ci-liary muscle begins to weaken.
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