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Social Media Abuzz Over Mind-Bending Optical Illusion: What Do You See?

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Last updated: April 1, 2024 8:03 am
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Published: April 1, 2024
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Social Media Abuzz Over Mind-Bending Optical Illusion
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An intriguing optical illusion featuring a black and grey striped spiral has captivated social media, as users reported seeing different sequences of numbers at its center.

 

Posted by @Benowine on February 16, the visual puzzle quickly garnered thousands of responses, including notable figures like acclaimed French football writer Philippe Auclair, retired Olympic swimmer Sharron Davies, and radio comedian and author Mitch Benn.

 

Some viewers claimed to see only “528” in the middle of the optical illusion , while others reported a longer sequence of “45283”. In both cases, users expressed concern about what this might indicate about their eyesight.

 

DO you see a number?

If so, what number? pic.twitter.com/wUK0HBXQZF

— Benonwine (@benonwine) February 16, 2022

Humorous responses ranged from seeing the word “KILL” to speculating that the figure revealed the total number of parties Prime Minister Boris Johnson had hosted at Downing Street during lockdown.

 

However, the actual answer is even longer, at seven digits – 3452839.

 

Behind the Optical Illusion

 

The illusion, reminiscent of a psychedelic magic eye poster and reminiscent of the 2015 “what color is the dress?” controversy, reportedly exploits contrast sensitivity, a crucial aspect of ocular function that enables us to differentiate objects from their backgrounds.

 

Higher contrast sensitivity is particularly advantageous in low light conditions or in mist and fog, when distinguishing between an object in the foreground and its background is more challenging.

 

The optical illusion employs a similar visual trick by placing the swirls and numbers on different planes, meaning that individuals with strong contrast sensitivity are more likely to discern all seven digits, while those with less pronounced contrast sensitivity may only perceive a shorter sequence.

 

Social media users continue to share their experiences with the optical illusion, with many expressing awe at the intricacies of human vision and the brain’s ability to interpret complex visual stimuli. The viral nature of the illusion highlights the fascination people have with visual puzzles and the endless ways in which our perception can be manipulated.

 

Overall, the optical illusion has sparked a lively discussion online, demonstrating once again the power of visual stimuli to captivate and engage people’s minds.

 

Also read, Jennifer Aniston and Sandra Bullock Spa Day at Cosmetic Surgeon’s Retreat!

 

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