color transparency

American  

noun

1. a positive color image photographically produced on transparent film or glass and viewed by transmitted light, usually by projection.

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Etymology

Origin of color transparency

First recorded in 1910–15

Example Sentences

How electrons move through a lattice, hopping from atom to atom, determines many of a solid's properties, such as its color, transparency, and ability to conduct heat and electricity.

From Scientific American • Jun. 18, 2023

We were still instructed to shoot a color assignment with the large format Speed Graphic, which produced a 4- by 5-inch color transparency.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 31, 2019

In color, transparency, and mobility, this oil considerably resembles olive oil.

From Scientific American Supplement, No. 488, May 9, 1885 by Various

After cooling, the aspect of the globule is noticed as to color, transparency, etc.

From Scientific American Supplement, No. 344, August 5, 1882 by Various