Peripheral Vision

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How far can you see out of the corner of your eye? Grab a partner and find out from the Exploratorium Science Snack.

Quick Guide

Preparation Time:
5 to 10 minutes
Learning Time:
5 to 10 minutes
Estimated Materials Cost:
1 cent - $1 per student
Age Range:
Ages 8 - 18
Resource Type:
Activity
Language:
English

Materials List (per student)

  • Protractor
  • Piece of string about 3 feet (1 meter) long
  • Large, rectangular table (at least 4 feet [1.3 meters] wide and 2 feet [2/3 meter] deep) with a chair
  • Scissors
  • Paper
  • Marking pens in a range of colors
  • Masking tape
  • A partner

Subjects

  • Life Sciences
    • Human Body
      • The Brain and Nervous System
    • Human Senses and Perception
      • Vision
      • Perception
  • Mathematics
    • Measurement
  • The Nature of Science
    • The Scientific Process
      • Conducting Investigations
      • Gathering Data

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