08. How far can a human being with normal vision see in space? (A K2S Question)

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In space, one can see the light from stars hundreds of light years away. Vision in space does not improve, but you can see distant things more clearly because there is no atmosphere to interfere with the light coming into your eyes.

Answer provided by Col. USAF Dr. Richard S. Williams


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