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Color Optical IllusionsA combination of color, our perception and the structure of our eyes can result in some interesting optical illusions. Here are some examples.
After ImageStare at the red dot.
Explanation When the screen goes white, most people will see an after image of the US flag. When we stare at a bright object for some time, there is a fatigue of the retinal process. Because of this fatigue, when the image disappears, we see the complimentary color. The complimentary color may linger for some time until the retinal process dies out.
Color Perception Optical IllusionHow many colors are there in this picture, not including white?
Explanation If you answered two, you're correct. A close inspection will show that the "new" colors in the middle are actually not new. They are perceived to be different because the two colors are placed next to each other. The darker colors that seem to appear are caused by a dithering effect. Dithering occurs when colors are so close together that your eye mixes them to create a new color.
Color Dot Optical IllusionWhich circle is largest? Which is smallest?
Explanation All of the color dots are the same size. Color sensation is due to changes in the frequency of light that is detected by our eyes. Here's a link to a site discussing information about color, and it's potential to affect health.
Flag Color Optical IllusionWhat is the difference between the two shades of green?
Explanation There is no difference. It is the same shade of green. If you don't believe it, cover up the other colors and you'll see that they are the same. Our perception of color is affected by the contrast with the nearby colors. Here the other colors strongly affect the green to make it appear different.
Color Reading Optical IllusionRead through this list of colors.
But instead of reading the word,
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