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How Does a Picture of a Hot Air Balloon Determine Your Glasses Prescription?
In this enlightening episode of 'The Short Answer', we delve into the intriguing world of optical health and the science behind eye prescriptions. Have you ever wondered how the strength of your glasses is determined? Why is there an image of a hot air balloon involved, and how does it help in giving you clear vision? We'll explore the role of an autorefractor, understand how it measures refractive errors in your eyes, and how these measurements translate into the configuration of your eyewear. Whether you're a glasses wearer curious about the process, a contact lens user interested in the system behind prescriptions, or simply someone fascinated by the science of sight, this episode unravels the mystery behind perfect vision. Tune in to 'The Short Answer' and get ready to see your glasses and the world in a whole new light!
Music Credits:
Clean Simple Piano by LEXMUSIC https://elements.envato.com/clean-simple-piano-JY2KRV7
Discovery Education by SCOREWIZARDS https://elements.envato.com/discovery-education-JNTGJQP
Accomplishment by MusicDog https://elements.envato.com/accomplishment-B5SA79T
Positive & Light Calm Ambient Soft Music by LuckyBlackCat https://elements.envato.com/positive-light-calm-ambient-soft-music-EJ5FUQ8
References:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK580520/
https://www.ijsr.net/archive/v4i8/SUB157086.pdf
https://www.sciencedirect.com/book/9780750675246/borishs-clinical-refraction
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/215457341_Automated_Refraction_Design_and_Applications
Original Article Link:
https://www.scienceabc.com/eyeopeners/how-does-the-hot-air-balloon-know-your-eye-power.html
Voice Over Artist:
John Staughton ( https://www.fiverr.com/jswildwood )
Intro by: Natasha/elevenlabs.io
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By ScienceABCIn this enlightening episode of 'The Short Answer', we delve into the intriguing world of optical health and the science behind eye prescriptions. Have you ever wondered how the strength of your glasses is determined? Why is there an image of a hot air balloon involved, and how does it help in giving you clear vision? We'll explore the role of an autorefractor, understand how it measures refractive errors in your eyes, and how these measurements translate into the configuration of your eyewear. Whether you're a glasses wearer curious about the process, a contact lens user interested in the system behind prescriptions, or simply someone fascinated by the science of sight, this episode unravels the mystery behind perfect vision. Tune in to 'The Short Answer' and get ready to see your glasses and the world in a whole new light!
Music Credits:
Clean Simple Piano by LEXMUSIC https://elements.envato.com/clean-simple-piano-JY2KRV7
Discovery Education by SCOREWIZARDS https://elements.envato.com/discovery-education-JNTGJQP
Accomplishment by MusicDog https://elements.envato.com/accomplishment-B5SA79T
Positive & Light Calm Ambient Soft Music by LuckyBlackCat https://elements.envato.com/positive-light-calm-ambient-soft-music-EJ5FUQ8
References:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK580520/
https://www.ijsr.net/archive/v4i8/SUB157086.pdf
https://www.sciencedirect.com/book/9780750675246/borishs-clinical-refraction
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/215457341_Automated_Refraction_Design_and_Applications
Original Article Link:
https://www.scienceabc.com/eyeopeners/how-does-the-hot-air-balloon-know-your-eye-power.html
Voice Over Artist:
John Staughton ( https://www.fiverr.com/jswildwood )
Intro by: Natasha/elevenlabs.io
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