4.4 Flashcards
The ability to distinguish and interpret different wavelengths of visible light.
Color Perception
The three colors of pigments
magenta, cyan, yellow
A _______________ light source produces visible light in a very small range of wavelengths.
monochromatic
A __________ light source emits a fairly even distribution of all wavelengths of light.
chromatic
The ability to distinguish fine details. It is the “keenness” of vision that is necessary to perform tasks such as reading, writing, drafting, sewing, or surgery.
Visual acuity
A light source producing a blend of wavelengths that are evenly distributed across the light spectrum is perceived by the human eye as _____ or _____ light.
White, Normal
The primary colors of light are ________; they can be used in various combinations to produce any other color by adding color.
Additive