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In the context of Loop's subdivision surface algorithm, what is the purpose of the subdivision process?
In the context of Loop's subdivision surface algorithm, what is the purpose of the subdivision process?
- To create a smooth surface by iteratively refining a coarse mesh (correct)
- To simplify a complex mesh for efficient rendering
- To compute vertex normals for improved lighting calculations
- To generate a high-resolution texture map for a mesh
What is the purpose of image convolution with kernels in computer graphics?
What is the purpose of image convolution with kernels in computer graphics?
- To apply texture mapping to a 3D model
- To compute vertex positions for a mesh
- To generate a depth map for a scene
- To perform edge detection and image filtering (correct)
In the context of Bézier curves, what is the role of control points?
In the context of Bézier curves, what is the role of control points?
- They determine the color of the curve
- They control the shape and curvature of the curve (correct)
- They define the start and end points of the curve
- They specify the thickness of the curve
What is the purpose of transformation matrices in computer graphics?
What is the purpose of transformation matrices in computer graphics?
In the rasterization process, what is the purpose of the depth buffer (Z-buffer)?
In the rasterization process, what is the purpose of the depth buffer (Z-buffer)?
What is the significance of the order of control points in Bézier curves?
What is the significance of the order of control points in Bézier curves?
In the context of image convolution, what is the purpose of a Gaussian kernel?
In the context of image convolution, what is the purpose of a Gaussian kernel?
What is the main advantage of using homogeneous coordinates in computer graphics?
What is the main advantage of using homogeneous coordinates in computer graphics?
In the context of rasterization, what is the purpose of the scanline algorithm?
In the context of rasterization, what is the purpose of the scanline algorithm?
What is the purpose of subdivision surfaces in computer graphics?
What is the purpose of subdivision surfaces in computer graphics?