When you see a film projection, you are actually watching a series of still images presented rapidly. What is the name of the effect that produces this apparent motion?

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Stroboscopic motion, also known as the stroboscopic effect, is the illusion of motion produced by a rapid succession of still images presented in sequence. This is common in film projection where a series of still images are projected rapidly to create the illusion of motion.

When You See a Film Projection, You Are Actually Watching