Which of these statements describes spherical aberration?
A)absence of a focal point only in spherical mirrors
B)absence of a focal point only in spherical lenses
C)absence of a focal point only in parabolic mirrors
D)absence of a focal point in spherical mirrors and lenses

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Spherical aberration occurs when rays of light passing through a spherical mirror or lens do not converge at a single focal point, leading to a blurred or distorted image. This phenomenon can happen in both spherical mirrors and lenses, not just one or the other.

Which of These Statements Describes Spherical Aberration