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Old 06-21-2008, 03:59 AM
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Re: Like Bats, People 'Hear' Silent Objects

I knew I wasnt crazy! lol jk
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Re: Like Bats, People 'Hear' Silent Objects

If it's reflected or ambient sound, you are still literally hearing it...it's not silent.
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Re: Like Bats, People 'Hear' Silent Objects

The object is silent though. It says we can essentially echo-locate like bats do, but to a lesser degree.
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Re: Like Bats, People 'Hear' Silent Objects

That was pretty interesting thanks .
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