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SYMHC Classics: John Dalton

Stuff You Missed in History Class

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Dalton's Color Perception Journey

This chapter explores John Dalton's observations and critiques of color perception and naming conventions in the late 18th century. It highlights his unique experiences with color, particularly under varying light conditions, and his investigations into the subjective nature of visual experience. Dalton's charming insights not only reveal his own limited color range but also emphasize the shared confusion regarding color classification among individuals with similar vision deficiencies.

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