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Must-see optical illusions that will blow your mind 😲
Optical illusions have been bending our brains for centuries delighting and confusing viewers in equal measure. Being available in many forms, these mind — blowing visual delights are a fascinating demonstration of how easy it is to fool our brain with just an element of change in color, light, or surroundings. From shape-shifting still images to mind-boggling illustrations, these viral illusions amazed millions of viewers across the globe.
1. Hermann Grid Illusion
This is the legendary optical illusion by Ludimar Hermann, recorded as far back as 1870. By looking at this image, one should see those faint black spots between the squares that disappear in case you tried to focus at them.
These ghostly spots are actually a result of retinal ganglion cells that act as the output pathway of the retina. Supposedly the intersections of Hermann’s grid appear dark because they produce less visual stimulation when compared to the lines. Who knew a simple grid pattern would be too complex for our brains to comprehend?
