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Gaining Vision Underwater

Mary Power's love for aquatic life began when she realized she could see better underwater

Aired 10/09/2019

Nature

Gaining Vision Underwater

Clip: Season 38 Episode 2 | 2m 7sVideo has Closed Captions

Mary Power's love for aquatic life began when she realized she could see better underwater

With severe myopia hindering her vision on land, scientist Mary Power's love for aquatic life began when she realized she could see much better underwater. The refraction of the water in her snorkeling mask allowed her to see clearly for the very first time.

Aired 10/09/2019

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