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Why do you “see stars” when you hit the back of your head?

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Answer:

You "see stars"because of your head's "reaction"

Step-by-step explanation:

If you get hit on the head, the tissue in your occipital lobe gets shaken up. Brain cells then send out random electrical impulses, which your brain interprets as flashes of light that may seem like stars.

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