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The average individual can see 100 shades of color, with those who are colorblind can only see 20. Imagine how much of a difference that could make in how you perceive the world…
by Amanda Froelich
True Activist
To glimpse the stunning shades of a rainbow, basque in the evening glow of a sunset, or joyously absorb the dazzling colors of a parade is a pleasurable gift too many of us take for granted. This statement is so, because for 300 million people worldwide, shades of color that may seem appear extremely appealing to the majority of the population are perceived to be bland and unoriginal.
Why is this? Quite simply, those who are unable to see the full spectrum of light have either inherited genetic traits which cause red, green, and blue colorblindness, or have been afflicted by a modern-day disease of affluence (like Diabetes, liver disease, or Multiple Sclerosis) which affects their eye health and can cause color vision deficiency.
This means that while the average individual can tell about 100 hues apart from each other, those with colorblindness can only differentiate about 20. You can imagine how much of a difference that makes in how someone perceives the world around them…
But thanks to a company called EnChroma, a pair of glasses has been invented that allows those with colorblindness to see the full spectrum. And after watching Valspar’s “Color for the Colorblind” video below, we’re sure you’ll look at the world – and your own ability to see the beauty which abounds – with new perspective.
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Every Day is Earth Day
Source: http://www.riseearth.com/2015/04/the-average-individual-can-see-100.html
