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Snakes, Cats and a few others i might not know of. Snakes can see in infrared. they can see the heat of their prey. Cats, well I don't know why they need the ability to see it, but i pointed a remote at mine and he flinched when i press a button.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoyes, well kind of. i found this - Humans may not be able to see infrared light, but did you know that snakes in the pit viper family, like rattlesnakes, have sensory "pits", which are used to image infrared light? This allows the snake to detect warm blooded animals, even in dark burrows! Snakes with 2 sensory pits are even thought to have some depth perception in the infrared!
so snakes can 'see' with it, just not with their eyes. i dont think there is anything with an eyeball that can detect it
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∙ 13y agoits snakes(pit viper family eg; rattlesnakes) i think
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Why cant humans detect infrared light?
They can. While human eyes can not "see" infrared light, humans can detect this light as "heat" on the surface of the skin.
What two parts of the electromagnetic spectrum can a rattlesnake detect?
They can detect both visible light and infrared radiation.
What kind of electromagnetic radiation did the IRAS satellite detect?
visible light, infrared rays, and microwaves
What detects infrared light?
Light doesn't detect anything, no matter what its wavelength is.If you BUILD a detector that responds to infrared, then your detector will respond to heat.It can be used to reveal the presence of stoves, people, fresh coffee, dogs, etc., even in thedark where your eyes cannot detect them.
Does infrared light appear red to human eye?
NO, THE FREQUENCY OF INFRARED LIGHT IS TOO SLOW (WITH CONCOMITANT LONG WAVE LENGTHS) TO EXCITE THE NERVES IN THE RETINAS OF THE EYES. INFRARED RADIATION IS ONE FORM OF ENERGY FROM THE SUN THAT IS ABSORBED BY THE WHOLE BODY. No, heat doesn't appear red to the naked human eye, because infrared light isn't in the visible spectrum of colors that humans can see. Heat's wavelengths are too short for the naked eye to detect, just like ultraviolet's wavelengths are too long for the nake eye to also detect. However, your skin can detect infrared light and respond to it by sweating when it's absorbing too much heat.
How is infrared light different from red light?
NO, THE FREQUENCY OF INFRARED LIGHT IS TOO SLOW (WITH CONCOMITANT LONG WAVE LENGTHS) TO EXCITE THE NERVES IN THE RETINAS OF THE EYES. INFRARED RADIATION IS ONE FORM OF ENERGY FROM THE SUN THAT IS ABSORBED BY THE WHOLE BODY. No, heat doesn't appear red to the naked human eye, because infrared light isn't in the visible spectrum of colors that humans can see. Heat's wavelengths are too short for the naked eye to detect, just like ultraviolet's wavelengths are too long for the nake eye to also detect. However, your skin can detect infrared light and respond to it by sweating when it's absorbing too much heat.
What could infrared be used for?
Infrared light has a wide range of applications in various fields, Its ability to detect heat and penetrate certain materials makes it a useful tool in many industries and fields. Below are just a few examples of the many applications of infrared light: Thermal imaging: Infrared cameras can detect the heat emitted by objects, which can be used for various applications such as identifying hot spots in electrical systems, detecting leaks in pipes, and monitoring temperature changes in industrial processes. Security and surveillance: Infrared cameras can be used for night vision and to detect intruders or suspicious activity in low-light conditions. Some hunters will use infrared flashlights for hunting. Medical imaging: Infrared light can be used for medical imaging techniques such as infrared tomography and thermography, which can help identify abnormal tissue growth or inflammation. Communication: Infrared light can be used for communication, such as in remote control devices, and can also be used for high-speed data transfer. Astronomy: Infrared telescopes can be used to study celestial objects that emit infrared radiation, such as stars and galaxies. Agriculture: Infrared sensors can be used to monitor crop health, identify pests, and optimize irrigation. Environmental monitoring: Infrared sensors can be used to monitor air quality, detect pollutants, and monitor weather patterns.
Does infrared pick up heat?
Yes, infrared radiation can detect heat. Infrared sensors are designed to detect and measure the infrared radiation emitted by objects, including heat emitted by living organisms or warm objects.
Are infrared gas detectors the best way to detect gas leaks?
Yes. Infrared are currently considered to be the best option to detect gas leaks. They use the absorption of infrared radiation at certain wavelengths to detect dangerous levels of toxic and combustible gases.
What are photoelectric sensors used for?
Photoelectric sensors use light to detect the presence, absence, or distance of an object. They often use the infrared spectrum of light, though visible light is also used.
What instrument is used to detect infrared radiation?
Instruments for detecting infrared radiation include heat-sensitive devices such as thermocouple detectors, bolometers, photovoltaic cells, and photoconductors.Pranay karnatak
What type of waves do pit vipers detect?
infrared
