Calculate the Longest Wavelength Visible to the Human Eye
Introduction
I. Overview of human vision
A. Explanation of the electromagnetic spectrum
B. Range of wavelengths visible to the human eye
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II. Understanding the concept of wavelength
A. Definition of wavelength
B. Relationship between wavelength and color perception
1. Shorter wavelengths and the perception of blue/violet
2. Longer wavelengths and the perception of red
C. Explanation of visible light and its range of wavelengths
III. Determining the longest wavelength visible
A. Role of the eye’s photoreceptor cells
B. Identification of the longest wavelength cone photoreceptor
1. Explanation of cone photoreceptor types (S, M, L)
2. Specifics of the longest wavelength cone (L cone)
C. Calculation of the L cone’s cutoff wavelength
1. Research studies and findings
2. Comparison with other cone photoreceptor cutoff wavelengths
IV. Results and implications
A. Determination of the approximate longest wavelength visible
B. Discussion on the color perception limitations
C. Advancements in technology and extended wavelength perception
Conclusion
I. Recap of the importance of determining the longest wavelength visible
II. Implications for understanding human vision and color perception
III. Excitement over the potential for extended wavelength perception in the future
