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Title:

Afterimage

Url:

https://www.exploratorium.edu/snacks/afterimage/

Publisher:

Exploratorium (Organization)

Description: This activity introduces the creation of afterimages formed from a prolonged stimulation of the eye’s retina. A flashlight, paper, and tape are used to produce afterimages viewed on one’s hands and a more distant wall. The site provides an explanation of what happens, describes extensions to observations of the moon, and also contains information about night vision. Materials needed and assembly instructions are also given. This activity is part of Exploratorium's Science Snacks series.

LC Classification:

Science -- Physics -- Optics. Light -- Study and teaching. Research -- Experiments
Science -- Physiology -- Neurophysiology and neuropsychology -- Senses. Sensation. Sense organs -- Special senses -- Vision. Physiological optics

GEM Subject:

Science
Health
Science -- Physics
Science -- Instructional issues
Health -- Body systems and senses

Key Concept:

Health -- Senses and sense organs
Physics -- Optics and light

Resource Type:

Instructional Material
Instructional Material -- Lesson/Lesson Plan

Format:

Document -- HTML

Audience:

Educator
Learner

Education Level:

High School
Higher Education
Higher Education -- Undergraduate (Lower Division)
Higher Education -- Undergraduate (Upper Division)
Higher Education -- Technical Education (Upper Division)
Higher Education -- Technical Education (Lower Division)
Vocational/Professional Development Education

Language:

English

Rights:

Exploratorium

Access Rights:

Free access

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