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Curated OER

Insight Into Eyesight-How We See

For Students 2nd - 7th
In this functions of the human eye worksheet students label A-E the correct function of each part of the eye on the provided diagram.
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York University

York University: Blind Spot Test

For Students 9th - 10th
Take this little test about the blind spot, then click on the red "explanation" button at the bottom of the page to find out what you just experienced.
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Exploratorium

Exploratorium: Science Snacks: Blind Spot: To See, or Not to See

For Students 9th - 10th
The blind spot in human vision is described and illustrated.
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Optical Society

Optical Society of America: Optics for Kids: Bending Light

For Students 3rd - 8th
An experiment using a water lens that demonstrates how the eye sees an image. Accompanied by an explanation of what's happening, and a link to an article on refraction.