THIS intriguing challenge might send you cross-eyed.
But the strain might be worth the pain in this tricky purple optical illusion.
If you can figure out why the letters appear to change colors you could have a high IQ.
Only smart cookies like you can work out brainteasers like these because they are challenging.
An eye expert can reveal what causes the letters in this task to change colors.
Color perception can often be in the eye of the beholder, which was certainly the case with a mid-2010s phenomenon.
A dress's perceived color - is it blue or black - sparked a huge reaction on social media.
The discussion originated in a Facebook post and exploded all over the internet.
Within a week there were more than ten million tweets about dress.
There was no definitive answer, and some commenters even argued it was actually white and gold.
Your eyes might play similar tricks in this image produced by Lenstore.
It appears to show letters changing color at first glance, however this is just our brains playing games on us.
While the letters move across the different shades of color and lighting in the background, the letters remain the same color.
It is no wonder this mind-boggling optical illusion can easily baffle viewers.
Benefits of brainteasers and optical illusions
Researchers have developed many tests to show how various brain regions react to brainteasers and optical illusions. There are many benefits.
- They are not only entertaining, but they also shed light on how our brains interpret visual data.
- By giving your brain a little workout regularly, you enhance your ability to focus and observe details.
- Studies have shown people who regularly challenge themselves with optical illusions and puzzles see big improvements in their problem-solving skills, concentration, and attention.
- Improved concentration and attention span can help prevent cognitive decline in old age.
- Optical illusions can improve eyesight by allowing you to see small print.
But to prove it, you can take a look at the still images below.
It is clear just how much our brain can be easily influenced by the way it judges brightness and color.
But this may seem like a different variation of the original color.
This game is messing with your brain for sure. It is no wonder this mind-boggling optical illusion can easily baffle viewers.
Our brains can be easily influenced by how they judge brightness and color.
Roshni Patel, Optometrist and Head of Professional Services at Lenstore said this type of optical illusion can fool people.
“We have cells in our retina, one called cones which judge color and the other rods which judge brightness," he said.
"They then pass information through signals via the optic nerve to the brain, where it then tries to figure out what we are seeing by what signals it receives.
"Certain exposure to brightness, patterns, and colors can impact perceptions and that is what occurs when we see this color saturation optical illusion.”
If you have had enough biology lessons for one day, how about having a go at another brainteaser?
We have plenty for you to choose from every imaginable subject matter.
No matter your age, ability, or level of patience, there is a puzzle to challenge you.
Everyone can see the stage in this challenge, but can you spot the bucket hat?
If you can find it in under two minutes, you have a high IQ.
This image depicts a busy festival scene. The typical sights of a summer festival are all present in this puzzle.
Viewers have to look past the tents, stage, fans, and greenery to spot the solo bucket hat.
This tricky brain teaser has been created by the team at VegasSlotsOnline.
If you are struggling to find the bucket hat, look at the right-hand side of the picture.
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