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Unveiling Olo — A Color Out of Oz!

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Exploring the Science of Color Perception

This chapter examines the complex science behind how humans and animals perceive color through cone photoreceptors in the eyes. It highlights the unique color known as Olo, explores the phenomenon of colorblindness, and discusses the intriguing differences in visual experiences across species. Researchers utilize advanced techniques to map the cone types in the retina, leading to the stimulation of specific cones and efforts to approximate the unparalleled experience of viewing Olo.

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