Why Do Glasses Fog Up in Winter?

Cold lenses plus warm air equals condensation. Water vapor in the air transforms into liquid form when the temperature changes...
Cold lenses plus warm air equals condensation. Water vapor in the air transforms into liquid form when the temperature changes and that liquid clings to a surface—in this case, your lenses. When the fog clears from your lenses, the opposite happens—the liquid evaporates, turning back into a gas. Taking your glasses off and holding them in front of a blowing vent or waving them around gently can speed up this process, but wouldn’t it be nice to avoid the foggy...
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The story behind sunglasses: Your favorite summer ac...

Sunglasses, or a form of them, have been around since the Roman Empire. It is said that Emperor Nero wore...
Sunglasses, or a form of them, have been around since the Roman Empire. It is said that Emperor Nero wore polished emerald green gemstones to watch the gladiators fight in 60 AD. Now, it's possible that he really just preferred a green tint to his fighting, but more than likely it had to do with the sun. For a very different reason, judges in China during the 12th century were seen wearing smoke-colored quartz lenses over their eyes throughout trials....
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Best women's running sunglasses

Sunglasses are a beach essential, and you’ve probably got a pair or two in your car for your daily commute—but...
Sunglasses are a beach essential, and you’ve probably got a pair or two in your car for your daily commute—but are running sunglasses necessary? Running without sunglasses may mean squinting into the sun, which—in addition to being annoying—can cause eye strain. You’re also leaving your eyes vulnerable to UV rays, debris, wind, and more. Though something is better than nothing, throwing on any-ol’-pair of sunglasses won’t cut it when it comes to your daily run. If you’re dealing with eyewear...
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