Naked eye

A naked eye is a figure of speech, referring to human visual perception unaided by enhancing equipment such as a telescope or binoculars. Often used in astronomy when referring to events that can be viewed by the general public, for example astronomical conjunctions, comets or meteor showers.

Related Topics:
Figure of speech - Visual perception - Telescope - Binoculars - Astronomy - Astronomical conjunction - Comet - Meteor shower

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Basic sky lore and various tests show an impressive wealth of phenomena that can be seen with the unaided eye.

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