As shown, the single lens splits the light according to wavelength, a condition known as _______.
A)achromatic aberration
B)blurring aberration
C)chromatic aberration
D)seeing

Question

As shown, the single lens splits the light according to wavelength, a condition known as _______. 
A)achromatic aberration 
B)blurring aberration 
C)chromatic aberration 
D)seeing

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Chromatic aberration occurs when a lens is unable to focus all wavelengths of light to a single point, causing color fringing or distortion. This is exactly what is happening in this situation where the lens is splitting the light according to wavelength. Achromatic aberration and blurring aberration are not applicable here, and seeing refers to the atmospheric conditions affecting astronomical observations.

As Shown, the Single Lens Splits the Light According to Wavelength