Our perception of the richness, or saturation, of a color is affected mainly by the _____ of light waves.
A)wavelength
B)amplitude
C)purity
D)saturation

Question

Our perception of the richness, or saturation, of a color is affected mainly by  the _____ of light waves.
A)wavelength
B)amplitude
C)purity
D)saturation

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Purity of light waves primarily affects our perception of the richness or saturation of a color. Pure light waves, which consist of a single wavelength, are perceived as more saturated or vivid.

Our Perception of the Richness, or Saturation, of a Color