Elements of Art

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A vector quantity characterized by both magnitude and direction, represented by a point moving across a plane.

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line

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An element of art that refers to the gradation of lightness and darkness within a color.

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value

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Which element of art pertains to the tactile quality or the perceived surface texture of an object, such as roughness or smoothness?

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texture

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A two-dimensional figure formed when actual or implied lines enclose a space, which can be either geometric or organic in nature.

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shape

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Identify the element of art that is perceived when a specific wavelength of light is reflected off an object and detected by the human eye.

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color

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What is another term for colors that share a common hue and are adjacent to each other on the color wheel?

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analogous colors

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Identify the colors that are diametrically opposite on the color wheel. When combined, they produce a neutral gray or brown.

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complementary

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Identify the element in a piece of art that captivates and retains the viewer's focus.

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emphasis

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The comparative relationship of one object to another in terms of size, amount, or number.

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proportion

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Which of the following color groups are typically classified as "Warm" colors in the color theory? Red, Orange, Yellow; Blue, Green, Violet; Blue, Yellow, Red; Green, Orange, Violet

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Red, Orange, Yellow