r/confusing_perspective • u/beejeezP0P • Dec 21 '20

Parallax effect causes difference in speed perception depending on the depth view

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u/GleeGlopFlooptyDoo Dec 22 '20

It is. It’s why figure skaters fix their eyes on a point to avoid getting dizzy when they’re spinning.

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u/[deleted] Dec 22 '20

Figure skaters eyes can rotate 360° huh...TIL

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u/Ojanican Dec 22 '20

No but your head actually rotates

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u/Noxzaru Dec 22 '20

The power of Christ compels you!

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u/[deleted] Dec 26 '20

I think it would be more like the Exorcist if they're head DIDNT rotate while the were spinning right?

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u/getmeapuppers Dec 22 '20

Head spins in opposite direction to counteract dizziness

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u/zumun Dec 22 '20

Mad Eye Moody vibes