ttt Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
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What is the origin of the word ‘Photography’?
A
The word ‘Photography’ comes from Greek roots: ‘Phos’ or ‘Photos’ means LIGHT, and ‘Grapho’ or ‘Graphia’ means WRITING or TO DRAW.
2
Q
Who coined the term ‘Photography’?
A
Sir John Frederick W. Herschel coined the word photography when he first wrote a letter to Henry Fox Talbot.
3
Q
What chemical was discovered in 1819 related to photography?
A
Hyposulfite of Soda was discovered in 1819.
4
Q
What is photography?
A
Photography is the art and science of reproducing images by means of light through some sensitized material with the aid of a camera, lens, and its accessories, along with the chemical processes required to produce a photograph.
