Emeralds are crystals of Beryl containing chromium and often iron as trace impurities. The chemical formula is Be3Al2(SiO3)6, Beryllium Aluminum Silicate. It is the presence of the impurities within and distorting the crystal structure that gives the wonderful green color. Emerald crystals are comparatively easy to grow and the raw materials are in reasonably good […]
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Top Green Screen Lighting Tips
Green Screen Compositing The green screen seems to be a major solution for many people who want to use visual effects and make scenes appear as though they were shot in unrealistic locations, while really just taking place in a local studio. The purpose of shooting on a green screen is for compositing, whether node […]
Why do plants appear green?
Chlorophyll is a green pigment in the leaves and stems of non-woody plants that gives them their green color. Some plants have leaves that are variegated, which were developed as the plant’s ancestors adapted to their environment. Chlorophyll, Nature’s Solar Cell Chlorophyll is a photosynthetic compound that allows plants to convert carbon dioxide and water […]
Of All Colors, Why is Grass Green?
The world is full of colors, but little thought is actually spent on how they got those colors. We have a bright blue sky during sunny days, a blue ocean, a red and pink sunset, and green grass. All these colors are magnificent and pretty to look at, but do you know why they have […]