Polarised light and the super sense you didn’t know you had

12/12/2020

This article explores the concept of polarized light and how humans have an innate ability to perceive it. It explains that light waves can oscillate in different directions, and when light is polarized, its waves oscillate in a specific direction. The article discusses how certain animals, like bees and birds, have the ability to sense polarized light and use it for navigation and survival. It then delves into recent research suggesting that humans also have the ability to detect polarized light, although to a lesser extent. The author explains how this super-sense may be linked to certain eye conditions and offers insights into how researchers are studying and understanding this fascinating aspect of human perception.

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