Seeing polarization of light with the naked eye
O'Shea, Robert P. Temple, Shelby E.
O'Shea, Robert P.
Temple, Shelby E.
Abstract
Many readers may know that scores of animal species sense the polarization of light for purposes including navigation, predation, and communication1. It is commonly thought that humans lack any sensitivity to polarization of light (e.g., Morehouse2). We hope to convince you otherwise by describing three examples where humans can detect polarization of light with the naked eye, by showing you how to see it yourself, and by describing its uses.
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Affiliations
Leipzig University; Aston University; South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust; University of Bristol
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Date
2021-02-22
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Citation
O'Shea RP, Misson GP, Temple SE. Seeing polarization of light with the naked eye. Curr Biol. 2021 Feb 22;31(4):R178-R179. doi: 10.1016/j.cub.2020.12.037