How does electrostatics explain the invisibility of quickly passing objects?

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Electrostatics may explain why quickly passing objects, like a fast-moving car, can become invisible to the human eye. The limitations of human vision prevent the detection of very short light pulses, leading to the inability to observe such rapid movements. While the eyes fail to capture these fleeting moments, other senses, like hearing, might register phenomena such as a sonic boom. The discussion suggests that further exploration of this topic could enhance understanding. Ultimately, the interplay between perception and physical phenomena raises intriguing questions about visibility and reality.
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If car passes very very very quickly in front of you, you will not be able to see it...
We will not be able to observe it...
As seeing is believing,
So which proof we have that this car really existed and passed in front of us?I Think the concept of electrostatic isn't it?
 
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Human eyes and brain are not perfect. They cannot detect very short pulses of light. Your ears might detect the sonic boom.

Perhaps you need to expand the question?
 

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