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Black and White Makes Color
Spin a CD with a Benham's Disk pattern on top and observe an interesting optical effect. The black and white pattern on the disk creates a mysterious illusion of color! This illusion provides valuable insights into how our eyes and brain perceive color.
Grades Covered: 3 through 12
Subjects Covered: Life Science
Curriculum topics:
- Vision
- Color
- Light
- Perception
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