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Science of Seeing
Discover the fascinating science behind how we see. From colour and light to optical illusions, night vision and the way our eyes and brain work together, our Science of Seeing articles explore the everyday mysteries of human vision.


Blind Spot in Your Vision: Why Do You Have One and Why Can’t You See It?
There’s a blind spot in your vision right now — but why can’t you see it? Discover why it exists, how your brain deals with the missing information and try a simple experiment to find your own.
neilp171
Sep 294 min read
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Peripheral Vision in the Dark: Why Can You See Better Out of the Corner of Your Eye?
Why is peripheral vision in the dark sometimes better at detecting faint objects? Discover how rods, night vision and dark adaptation help our eyes see when light levels fall.
neilp171
Sep 155 min read
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Why Is the Sky Blue and a Sunset Red? The Science of Seeing Colour
Why is the sky blue but a sunset red? Discover the fascinating science behind sunlight and colour, and how your retina, eyes and brain work together to create the colourful world we see.
neilp171
Sep 85 min read
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