Vector Graphics Revision

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Bit map

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A detailed image created with pixels.

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Pixel

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A tiny square of colour in a bitmap image.

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Intersection

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An operation used to create a single path from the overlapping portion of two paths.

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Path

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A line or a shape used to create vector graphics.

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Vector graphic characteristics

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The image stays high quality when scaled. The image looks computer generated. Made up of paths and objects.

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Alignment

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An option to arrange shapes on a page, e.g. left align, centre vertically, right align.

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SVG stands for...

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Scalable Vector Graphic.

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Bitmap graphic characteristics

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The image pixelates if made too big. Used for detailed/complex images. Larger file sizes.

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Z-order

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The order of objects so they appear in front of or behind other objects.

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Grouping

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A way of making it easier to work with several objects at the same time.