Redshift (software)

High school (ages 12+)
Human Body

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/redshift-software

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

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1. What is the software classification?Free and open-source application for dynamic display color temperature adjustment
2. What is the primary physiological target?Mitigation of circadian rhythm disruption caused by artificial light, particularly blue light
3. What is Redshift software and why does it change screen colors?Redshift is a free, open‑source app that slowly changes the color of your computer screen to make it easier on your eyes.
4. How does Redshift help my eyes and sleep?It reduces the bright blue light that can hurt your eyes and keep you awake, helping you feel relaxed and ready to sleep.

Chronobiology: The scientific study of biological rhythms and their relationship to time.
Suprachiasmatic Nucleus (SCN): The master biological clock in the brain that regulates circadian rhythms.
Melatonin Suppression: The reduction in the body's production of melatonin, often caused by light exposure at night.