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How to Play With a Laser Pointer

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You can buy a laser pointer for less than ten dollars, and the fun only ends when the batteries die. There are several ways to enjoy a laser pointer. Here are some of them.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Laser pointer
  1. Step 1

    Test the range of your laser pointer at night by trying to hit trees or buildings off in the distance.

  2. Step 2

    Tease your dogs or cats by lighting the floor or walls in front of them and watching them chase after the light.

  3. Step 3

    Go to your local pet store and shine the laser into the fish tanks from a distance. Most fish will rush towards the light. If you can do this secretly, you can really mess with people looking at the tanks; they won't see the light, just the fish darting around.

  4. Step 4

    Place the laser beam on an inquisitive parrot's perch and the bird likely will try to bite it.

  5. Step 5

    Take a class where the professor uses a laser pointer. When she turns her back to use the pointer, secretly point at something else on the board to confuse her and the rest of the class.

  6. Step 6

    Use mirrors to bounce the laser around corners.

Tips & Warnings
  • Be sure to keep fresh batteries in the laser and keep the lens clean for a consistently bright beam.
  • Shining the laser in anyone's eyes could cause permanent damage to their vision.
  • Do not shine lasers at vehicles or airplanes. It could temporarily blind the driver or pilot and cause serious injury.

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