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masking

In image processing, the assigning of certain portions (or pixels) of an image a constant value of either 0 (black) or 1 (white) as to restrict image processing operations to a specific set of pixels...

merit function -> error function

A single number, defined by the computer program or the user that expresses the performance of an optical system. Also known as merit function and defect function, the error function comprises...

microscope immersion fluid

The liquid used in microscopy to fill the space between the high-power objective lens and the microscope slide in order to increase the numerical aperture (NA) or collecting power in object space of...

microscope objective

The lens located at the object end of a microscope tube. A wide range of objectives is available, including simple achromats, the color-corrected apochromats and the flat-field objectives. Objectives...

mirror mount

A mirror mount is a mechanical device used to secure and precisely position mirrors in optical systems. Mirrors are essential components in optical setups for reflecting light or redirecting laser...

Munsell chroma

Numerical scale of chroma devised by A.H. Munsell and exhibited in the Munsell Book of Color.

Munsell hue

Numerical scale of hue devised by A.H. Munsell and exhibited in the Munsell Book of Color.

Munsell notation

Alphanumerical description of color according to Munsell hue, value and chroma.

Munsell value

Numerical scale of lightness devised by A.H. Munsell and exhibited in the Munsell Book of Color.

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