Ray Tracing in the Classroom.

Majewski, Mirek

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ERIC Number: EJ554574

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1997

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Ray Tracing in the Classroom.

Majewski, Mirek

International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, v28 n2 p211-23 Mar-Apr 1997

Ray tracing is a method that allows the creation of photo-realistic images on a computer. This article describes a shareware ray tracing program called PovRay and includes some ideas on how PovRay can be used in teaching and in 3-D geometry, physics, and other high school and university subjects. (Author/AIM)

Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Software Selection, Geometry, Higher Education, Mathematics Instruction, Physics, Secondary Education, Visual Aids

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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