Bionatural
Vol. 12 No. 2 (2025): JURNAL BIONATURAL

CAHAYA, ALAT OPTIK, DAN GANGGUAN PADA MATA

Elfida dhiu (Universitas Flores)
Yolita Frederika Ndana (Universitas Flores)
Ainun Jariyah (Universitas Flores, Indonesia)
Maria Garsela Gidha (Universitas Flores, Indonesia)



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Publish Date
30 Aug 2025

Abstract

Vision is a precious sense, involving the intricate interaction between light, eye structure, and optical technology. Light is the main source of information, an electromagnetic wave with a visible spectrum wavelength of 400–700 nm. The human eye is a natural optical organ, where light passes through the cornea (contributing 2/3 of the refractive power) and crystalline lens, then focused onto the retina, which converts it into electrical signals. Various vision disorders, such as myopia (nearsightedness) affecting over 15% of Indonesian school-age population, are increasing due to modern lifestyles. Optical tools, such as spectacles (concave lenses for myopia, convex for hypermetropia) and contact lenses, are used for refractive correction. Advanced technology includes LASIK surgery (reshaping the cornea with a laser) and Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) for early diagnosis of retinal disorders. Eye disorder prevention includes the 20-20-20 Rule, carotenoid and omega-3 nutrition, and protection from UV and blue light. This article provides a deep understanding of the physical properties of light, eye anatomy, optical instruments, and eye disorders, along with practical tips for maintaining eye health.

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Bionatural is an open access journal that aims to disseminate original research, scholarly studies, innovative practices, and critical perspectives in the fields of biology, biological sciences, and biology education. The journal welcomes research and scholarly works covering various aspects of ...