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    What defines the perception of color?

    It occurs in the brain, not in the physical world.

    How does light relate to color perception?

    Without light, color cannot be seen.

    What did Arquitas de Tarento propose about color vision?

    Eyes emit rays to perceive color and form.

    What is Empédocles de Agrigento's contribution to color theory?

    Objects emit simulacra that allow color perception.

    How does Demócrito de Abdera's theory differ from earlier theories?

    It focuses on matter emitting its own image.

    What role does human will play in color perception according to Filón de Alejandría and Plotino?

    Perception is a faculty of human will.

    What was Newton's key contribution to color science?

    He studied light dispersion through a prism.

    What does the theory of trichromatic vision propose?

    Color perception is based on three primary colors.

    What happens when light hits an object?

    Some wavelengths are absorbed, others are reflected.

    What is the scientific explanation of color?

    It is a visual sensory perception caused by light.