ABO NOCE Basic Opticianry

Category - Ophthalmic Optics

What is the meaning of a diopter?
  1. Space between your pupils
  2. Instrument used to measure base curve
  3. A unit of measurement designating the refractive power of a lens
Explanation
Answer: C - A diopter is the unit that makes up the prescription of the lens and its abbreviation in the optical field is D.

All prescriptions are written in diopters or units. The space between your pupils is known as the pupillary distance. The instrument used to measure base curve is called a lens clock.
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