In the 1660s, who discovered that color is a direct function of light by passing sunlight through a prism and observing the bands of spectrum of colors?

a) Isaac Newton
b) Rembrandt van Rijn
c) Gianlorenzo Bernini
d) Pierre Bonnard

Ans: a) Isaac Newton

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a. divide the interior of the house into distinctly separate spaces dedicated to specific functions b. create a dynamic spatial interplay between the interior of the house and the surrounding landscape c. dominated the surrounding landscape through the creation of monumental forms d. ensure the structural integrity of the house in an area known for its seismic activitiy

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What is one factor that distinguishes Archaic Greek sculpture from contemporary Egyptian sculpture?

a)  Many Greek male figures were nude. b)  Greek sculptures were sculpted in stone. c)  Greeks sculptures embodied qualities of strength. d)  Greek sculptures were in a frontal position.

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