What typically characterizes myopia in terms of eye structure?

Myopia, or nearsightedness, is characterized by the eye being too long relative to its focusing power, or by the cornea being too steep. This results in an image being focused in front of the retina, causing distant objects to appear blurry. The condition is typically corrected with glasses or contact lenses that have minus power, thus helping to extend the focal point onto the retina. Therefore, the correct characterization of myopia is related to the eye requiring minus power lenses to achieve proper focus.

It’s important to recognize that the other options do not accurately describe the typical structure of the eye in myopia. There is no excess plus power; rather, the eye has difficulties with distant focus due to its elongation or corneal curvature rather than a flattened corneal surface. Normal eye pressure is not indicative of myopia and does not serve as a defining characteristic of this refractive error. Understanding these components is crucial for a clear comprehension of how myopia affects vision and eye health.