Interior Design: Accent Lighting
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What is the primary function of architecture lighting?

  • To enhance the aesthetic appeal of a building
  • To reduce energy consumption
  • To afford visibility of objects (correct)
  • To create a sense of drama and ambiance

What is the unit of luminous flux?

  • Watt
  • Lux
  • Lumen (correct)
  • Footcandle

What is the effect of lighting on a space?

  • Only affects the space itself
  • Affects both the space and the occupants (correct)
  • Only affects the occupants
  • Has no impact on the space or occupants

What is the equivalent of one footcandle in lux?

<p>10.76 lux (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the science of measuring light?

<p>Photometry (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of ballasts in lighting systems?

<p>To regulate the flow of electricity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of accent lighting in an interior design scheme?

<p>To draw the eye to houseplants, paintings, sculptures, and other prized possessions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required for effective accent lighting?

<p>At least three times as much light on the focal point as the general lighting (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the classification of High-Intensity Discharge Lamps?

<p>Electric Discharge Family (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the process of producing light in High-Intensity Discharge Lamps?

<p>Passing a high-pressure electric arc through a gas vapor (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of lamps are classified under the electric discharge family of light sources?

<p>Fluorescent Lamps and High-Intensity Discharge Lamps (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of luminaires in a lighting system?

<p>To distribute light from a source (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of task lighting?

<p>To provide light for performing specific tasks (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of lighting system can be used to add drama to a room?

<p>Accent lighting (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary for desirable seeing conditions?

<p>Lighting that is free of glare and shadows and bright enough to prevent eye strain (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of lighting system can be provided by recessed and track lighting?

<p>Task lighting (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some ways to provide task lighting?

<p>Using recessed and track lighting, pendant lighting, under cabinet lighting, and portable floor and desk lamps (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one goal of desirable seeing conditions?

<p>To prevent eye strain (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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