X-Ray Vision

In science fiction stories or super hero comics, X-ray vision is the ability to see through physical objects at the discretion of the holder of this superpower. The most famous possessor of this power is DC comics iconic super hero character Superman. Though called X-ray vision, this power has little to do with the actual effect of X-rays. Instead, it is usually presented as the ability to selectively see through certain objects as though they ar... more
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