A few optical illusions and their explination

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This discussion highlights the website by Michael Bach, which features a collection of optical illusions accompanied by thorough explanations of the underlying principles. Users appreciate the educational aspect of the site, as it not only presents the illusions but also provides insights into the science behind them. The inclusion of sources enhances the credibility of the information presented, making it a valuable resource for those interested in understanding optical phenomena.

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A few optical illusions and their explanation

I thought this was a cool site, usually when I find a site that has optical illusions it simply states what to do and what you will see. Mr. Bach proceeds to give, brief, but yet good explanations of why the effect happens, and sources too, very important I think.
http://www.michaelbach.de/ot/
 
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Very cool site! That's nice that they give explanations too so you can actually learn something instead of just being entertained.
 

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