Human Perception of Light Assignment:

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There have been many advances made in technology over the last century. In
fact, many of these advances have occurred in the field of light and optics, which
has helped many humans to increase their quality of life. It is important to
consider the impact or potential impact that occurs on society and evaluate its
effectiveness as a result.

For this assignment you are going to pick and complete two of the following four
topics/sections below. Be thorough, making your answers detailed, insightful,
and reflective. You should also include diagrams where necessary. Your
response should fill the space provided and be written in your own words. Use
the resources from the activity section or other reputable websites to complete
this assignment.

Below are the topics/sections:

Section 1: Eyeglasses
Section 2: Contact Lenses
Section 3: Laser Surgery
Section 4: Infrared or Low light Vision Sensors
Section 1: Eyeglasses

1) Explain how eyeglasses work. Include diagrams to help explain the refraction
of light in concave and convex lenses.
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2) What disorders can eyeglasses correct? Show diagrams when you are
explaining the conditions.
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3) Make a chart comparing the pros and cons of eyeglasses.

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4) Explain how anti-glare night vision glasses work.

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5) Compare the similarities and differences between regular eyeglasses and

anti-glare night vision glasses.
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6) Describe how eyeglasses with colour filters help people with dyslexia to read.
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7) Rate the overall evaluation and effectiveness of this technology.
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Section 2: Contact Lenses

1) Explain how contact lenses work. Include diagrams to help explain the
refraction of light in concave and convex lenses.
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2) What disorders can contact lenses correct? Show diagrams when you are
explaining the conditions.
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3) Make a chart comparing the pros and cons of contact lens usage.
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4) How long have contact lenses been around for? Who invented them, and who
was the first person to test them out?
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5) Explain the following terms and give examples: cosmetic contacts, corrective
lenses, and therapeutic lenses.
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6) Rate the overall evaluation and effectiveness of this technology.

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Section 3: Laser Surgery

1) Explain how laser surgery works. Include diagrams to help explain the
refraction of light in concave and convex lenses.
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2) What technologies are involved in laser surgery (e.g., machines, lenses, tools
used to manipulate the eye, etc.)?
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3) What types of conditions can laser surgery correct?

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4) Make a chart comparing the pros and cons of having laser surgery.
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5) Describe the different types of laser surgeries currently available in Canada.

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6) Rate the overall evaluation and effectiveness of this technology.

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Section 4: Infrared or Low light Vision Sensors

1) Explain how infrared or low light vision sensors work. Include diagrams to
help explain how light is amplified to see in the dark.
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2) What technologies are involved in these processes (e.g., machines, tools,

lenses, etc.)?
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3) Describe the pros and cons (e.g., potential dangers) that are involved in using
infrared or low light vision sensors.
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4) What applications can infrared or low light vision sensors be used for?
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5) Are there any restrictions on this device?

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6) Rate the overall evaluation and effectiveness of this technology.

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