02338cam a22003133u 4500 38984 UtSlPG 20260610133907.0 m cr n 260607r2012||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 06016073 UtSlPG en iso639-1 QC Abney, William de Wiveleslie, Sir, 1843-1920 Colour Measurement and Mixture Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2012 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2012-02-26 Produced by Chris Curnow, Hazel Batey and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Colour Measurement and Mixture" by Captain W. de W. Abney is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The treatise delves into the intricate study of color, specifically focusing on methods for measuring the spectral qualities of light and the scientific principles behind color perception. Through experimental methods and color theory, it aims to provide an advanced understanding of how colors can be quantified and analyzed. The opening of the work sets the stage for a systematic exploration of color measurement, discussing the significance of color in daily life and outlining the goals of the research that inform the subsequent chapters. Abney shares his journey of conducting various experiments related to the color spectrum, emphasizing the importance of controlled conditions for accurate measurement. He introduces the concept of color constants—hue, luminosity, and purity—as essential properties for understanding color, and hints at the complexity of the subject due to the variables involved, such as light quality and the observer's eye. This introduction indicates a thorough and detailed examination of color science that will appeal to readers interested in physics and optical studies. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Color https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38984 79823 79823