29. How Invisibility Is Handled
- Company: Numerous
- Real Science: Physics
- Possible To Recreate: Somewhat
Invisibility is often handled pretty well in comic books. Both Marvel & DC have characters that can turn invisible. They also are smart about this and have them typically turn invisible while their clothing does not. This means that to be completely invisible, a person has to stand around in the buff. However, invisibility is not exactly as great as some might think. When someone becomes invisible, they’d also have to be blind too.
Once something becomes cloaked, it has to trick light. The light popping off an object cannot reflect back, allowing a person to see the object. However, this also means the object cannot absorb any light either. The light must be able to pass directly through. Our own eyes need light rays to turn to light impulses, allowing us to see. If you’re invisible and unable to absorb light, this also means you cannot see.