The Crock-Pot Challenge: Thermal Illusions

Welcome to the Crock-Pot Challenge, where we're heating things up and getting creative with sound and temperature.

Read about Sound Illusions and how they can trick the ears. Or, if you're more visually inclined, check out Visual Illusions.

Thermal Illusions: The Heat is On

Thermal illusions are when our brain tricks us into thinking something is hotter or colder than it actually is. Like when you're waiting for a pot of boiling water to heat up, but it's just your imagination running wild.

Learn more about Sensory Deception, the art of confusing your senses. Or, if you're ready for some real heat, try Sensory Overload, where we're turning up the temperature to 11.