There are many paranormal investigators the discount orbs because they are so difficult to differentiate from dust.  TCP does take orbs into account in our investigations.  However, before we accept an orb as a sign of the paranormal we follow some very basic principles.

           What exactly is an orb?                                          

The presence of "orbs" is undeniable there is picture and video proof.  However, the explanation of orbs is based on theory.  

THERE ARE DIFFERENT TYPES OF ORBS
  1. Dust orbs: Reflection off of dust
  2. Moister orbs: Reflection off of snow/rain
  3. Energy orbs: Concentration of energy
THE THEORY OF ORBS
The theory behind energy orbs is that spirits (ghosts) are energy and an orb is a collection or manifestation of energy.  Therefore in an investigation, orbs maybe used as an indication of paranormal energy at the site.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AN ENERGY ORB AND A DUST ORB?
This is a difficult and disputed subject. There are many theories behind which is which. The easiest way for us to show our beliefs on orbs is by example.


The number of orbs can be a definite sign whether the orb(s) is dust or energy.  Dust is almost always collective, there are a numerous amount of orbs. Take into account that if at the time you are taking a picture you see a lot of dust in the air, your camera will pick up that dust.  The picture to the left is an example of a collection of dust orbs.  The picture below shows one large energy orb.
This picture is an example of a dust orb. Dust orbs will not have a light source other than the flash of a camera.
The picture to the right is an example of an energy orb. Notice how bright it is.
A dust orb will in most cases lack color.  As shown in the picture to the left.  However, an energy orb may have color. As shown in the pictures below.


 
An orb caught in motion is a perfect example of an energy orb.  Shown below are three examples of orbs in motion

         
Another way to differentiate between an energy orb and a dust orb is distance. A study conducted by the University of Michigan concluded that dust does not show up if it is farther then 10 feet away from the camera.
Identifying a moister orb is simple by recognizing your taking a picture where moister is in the air.  This photo was taken during a drizzling rain.
So with all this information how do we diffinatively tell the orb we are calling paranormal is an energy orb.  We take into account all the above listed examples and our energy orbs will meet at least two of them. Such as what we consider an energy orb will have color and be more then 10feet  away, as shown in these two pictures.  




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