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What is the significance of the Utah teapot mentioned in the text?
What is the significance of the Utah teapot mentioned in the text?
- It was created using global illumination techniques
- It was the first 3D model ever created
- It introduced the concept of ray tracing
- It was one of the earliest 3D models to gain popularity (correct)
Who is credited with the development of the Z-buffer hidden-surface algorithm?
Who is credited with the development of the Z-buffer hidden-surface algorithm?
- Sutherland (correct)
- Appel
- Watkins
- Roberts
Which technique in rendering was introduced by Gouraud in 1971?
Which technique in rendering was introduced by Gouraud in 1971?
- Radiosity
- Global illumination
- Ray tracing
- Diffuse lighting (correct)
What concept did Kajiya contribute to rendering in 1986?
What concept did Kajiya contribute to rendering in 1986?
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Which scientist is associated with the development of radiosity in rendering?
Which scientist is associated with the development of radiosity in rendering?
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Who introduced specular lighting to rendering in the 1970s?
Who introduced specular lighting to rendering in the 1970s?
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'Visibility' in rendering was significantly improved by which algorithm?
'Visibility' in rendering was significantly improved by which algorithm?
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'Curved surfaces' were first associated with which scientist's work?
'Curved surfaces' were first associated with which scientist's work?
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What was a notable contribution of Whitted to rendering in the early 1980s?
What was a notable contribution of Whitted to rendering in the early 1980s?
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