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virtual reality

photometry

stereoscope

black-and-white

virtual reality

noun

/vˈɜːtʃuːəl ɹɪˈælɪɾi/

an artificial environment generated by a computer that makes the user think what they are seeing or hearing is real, by using a special headphone and a helmet that displays the generated environment

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Virtual reality allows users to explore immersive 3D worlds.

The game uses VR to create a lifelike experience.

What is "virtual reality"?

Virtual reality is a technology that creates a computer-generated environment that people can interact with as if they were actually there. By wearing special headsets and sometimes using other equipment, users are placed in a simulated world where they can look around, move, and interact with objects. This technology is used for entertainment, training, or learning, allowing users to experience and explore a digital space that feels very realistic.

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photometry

noun

oʊ

ɑ:

the scientific measurement of light in terms of its intensity, color, and other properties

What is "photometry"?

Photometry is the science of measuring the intensity of light. It involves determining how much light is emitted, reflected, or transmitted by an object or source. This process is important in various fields, including photography, astronomy, and lighting design, to ensure accurate lighting conditions and quality. Photometry helps in evaluating how bright a light source is and how it will appear in different settings.

stereoscope

noun

ɪoʊ

oʊ

a device used to view two separate images, usually photographs, in a way that creates the illusion of a single three-dimensional image

What is a "stereoscope"?

A stereoscope is an optical device used to view stereoscopic images, which are photographs taken from two slightly different angles to create a three-dimensional effect. The device allows each eye to see one of the two images separately, which the brain then combines to perceive depth and dimension. Stereoscopes were popular in the 19th and early 20th centuries for viewing 3D photographs and are still used today in various applications, including virtual reality and 3D imaging.

black-and-white

Adjective

/blˈækændwˈaɪt/

(of a motion picture, photograph, etc.) showing only black, white, and gray colors

color

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