Quick: How many eyes do you have? You probably said two. But human
beings all have what has been called a vestigial (unused) eye in their
brains. This eye has a structure similar to our external eyes, with
retinal tissues, and it is sensitive to light.
This eye, known as the pineal gland,
has been much-discussed in philosophy and medicine. There are a few
explanations of the role played by the eye in your brain - from it's
function as a 'third eye' that can perceive things we cannot see with
our external eyes to its role in producing melatonin and more.
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