Benham’s Disk Optical Illusion—Student Laboratory Kit
By: The Flinn Staff
Item #: AP6868
Price: FREE
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In the Benham’s Disk Optical Illusion Laboratory Kit for physical science and physics, display the colors of the rainbow by rotating a black-and-white disk. Mind-boggling.
Mind-boggling! Display the colors of the rainbow by rotating a black-and-white disk! Spin the disk in the opposite direction and the color order reverses. How is this possible? It is the result of the brain’s perception of flashing white light. A fun and unusual hands-on activity that allows students to explore the mysteries of the brain and learn about color and the persistence of vision. Dry erase marker is provided so students can easily erase marks and experiment with line thickness and length to determine the best pattern for the Benham’s disk. Instructions and background information are also included.
Complete for 32 students working in pairs.
Specifications
Materials Included in Kit: Benham's disk laminated sheet, 8 Black dry erase marker, wedge tip Push wins, 20
Correlation to Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)†
Science & Engineering Practices
Asking questions and defining problems Planning and carrying out investigations Constructing explanations and designing solutions
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