5 Questions
Which color pairs are considered complementary in the RGB additive color model?
red and cyan
Which color pairs are considered complementary in the CMY subtractive color model?
green and magenta
Which color pairs are considered complementary in the traditional RYB color model?
red and green
According to opponent process theory, which color pairs create the most contrasting effect?
red and green
What happens when complementary colors are combined or mixed?
They produce a grayscale color
Study Notes
Complementary Colors
- In the RGB additive color model, the complementary color pairs are: • Red and Cyan • Green and Magenta • Blue and Yellow
CMY Subtractive Color Model
- In the CMY subtractive color model, the complementary color pairs are: • Red and Green • Blue and Orange • Yellow and Purple
RYB Traditional Color Model
- In the traditional RYB color model, the complementary color pairs are: • Red and Green • Blue and Orange • Yellow and Purple
Opponent Process Theory
- According to opponent process theory, the color pairs that create the most contrasting effect are: • Red and Green • Blue and Yellow • Red-Violet and Yellow-Green
Combining Complementary Colors
- When complementary colors are combined or mixed, they: • Cancel each other out, resulting in a shade of gray or white • Enhance contrast and create a visually appealing effect
Take this quiz to test your knowledge of complementary colors! Learn about the concept of complementary colors, how they interact with each other, and which color pairs are considered complementary according to different color theories. Challenge yourself and become an expert in color theory!
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