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Why do fishes in the aquarium appear nearer and bigger on the surface than they really are?
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∙ 9y ago
It is caused by the magnifying effect of the glass/plastic and water.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 9y agoThe light is refracted through the water surface/skin, which is concave and called a meniscus. This curve works like a close-up lens and magnifies the fish.
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∙ 11y agoBecause of refraction through water and makes the fish look closer to the surface.
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