What Makes Something See-Through? | Neil deGrasse Tyson Explains...
April 25, 2023
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as posted by the channelWhy are some things see-through and others are not? Neil deGrasse Tyson and comedian Chuck Nice explain the physics behind transparency and the electromagnetic spectrum.
How does transparency work? Learn about different wavelengths and what objects are transparent to them and what objects are not. Can a microwave get through your microwave oven’s door? Why do you lose an FM radio signal in a tunnel? How do sunglasses block UV light but still let you see? How would an invisibility cloaking device work? Can you make something look transparent?
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