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How do i find out why can i stare into the sun and not be blind?

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Retinal burns: It's definitely not a good idea to stare at the sun. You could develop a burn in your macula which is permanent. This would cause you to notice a blind spot in the middle of your vision.

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Answered 8/6/2013

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