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Can You Spot the Dot?

  • Published4 Nov 2016
  • Reviewed4 Nov 2016
  • Author
  • Source Scientific American

Have you ever wanted to make something disappear?

This activity uses optical illusions to trick your mind into thinking it is watching a disappearing act!

Access Can You Spot the Dot from Scientific American.

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