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The relative size of objects or elements in a design that can be used to create perspective and hierarchy.

Proportion: The relationship between the size of different elements in a design and how they work together.
Balance: The even distribution of visual weight in a design creating stability and harmony.
Symmetry: A balanced arrangement of identical shapes, forms, colors or other elements.
Asymmetry: A design with an uneven balance that creates movement and visual interest.
Contrast: The combination of different elements to create a dynamic visual effect.
Rhythm: The repetition of elements in a design to create visual flow and movement.
Repetition: The use of the same element multiple times to create unity and emphasis.
Harmony: The combination of different elements in a design to create a cohesive and visually pleasing result.
Scale: The size of an object in relation to other objects in a design or its surroundings.
Texture: The surface quality of an object, including the degree of roughness, smoothness or pattern.
Depth: The perception of distance in a design or artwork, often created by shading, perspective, and overlapping elements.
Proximity: The arrangement of elements in a design in relation to each other, creating visual associations and connections.
Linear Scale: Refers to the use of straight lines in a design, often used in architecture or engineering to create a sense of accuracy and precision.
Proportion Scale: Deals with the relationship between different parts of a design, often in terms of size or shape.
Texture Scale: Refers to the use of different textures or materials within a design, often creating a sense of depth and dimensionality.
Color Scale: Deals with the use of color within a design, often used to create mood, tone or contrast.
Contrast Scale: Refers to the use of contrasting elements within a design, often used to create a visual focus or emphasize an important element.
Size Scale: Deals with the different sizes of elements within a design, often used to create a sense of hierarchy or organization.
Shape Scale: Refers to the use of different shapes within a design, often used to create a visual rhythm or pattern.
Movement Scale: Deals with the use of movement or flow within a design, often used to create a sense of dynamism or energy.
Unity Scale: Refers to the overall cohesion and harmony of a design, often achieved through the thoughtful use of different elements and principles.
Spatial Scale: Deals with the use of negative space within a design, often used to create a sense of balance, depth or perspective.
Proximity Scale: Refers to the spacing of different elements within a design, often used to create a sense of organization and hierarchy.
Intensity Scale: Deals with the use of different intensities of light and shadow within a design, often used to create a sense of depth and dimensionality.
"The scale ratio of a model represents the proportional ratio of a linear dimension of the model to the same feature of the original."
"Examples include a 3-dimensional scale model of a building or the scale drawings of the elevations or plans of a building."
"The scale can be expressed in four ways: in words (a lexical scale), as a ratio, as a fraction, and as a graphical (bar) scale."
"Yes, the scale is dimensionless and exact throughout the model or drawing."
"The scale can be expressed in four ways: in words (a lexical scale), as a ratio, as a fraction, and as a graphical (bar) scale."
"One centimeter to one meter."
"Colon may also be substituted with a specific, slightly raised ratio symbol U+2236 ∶ RATIO (∶), i.e., '1∶100'."
"A bar scale would also normally appear on the drawing."
"1/100."
"Yes, the scale is dimensionless and exact throughout the model or drawing."
"Examples include a 3-dimensional scale model of a building or the scale drawings of the elevations or plans of a building."
"One centimeter to one meter."
"Colon may also be substituted with a specific, slightly raised ratio symbol U+2236 ∶ RATIO (∶), i.e., '1∶100'."
"A bar scale would also normally appear on the drawing."
"1/100."
"Yes, the scale is dimensionless and exact throughout the model or drawing."
"Examples include a 3-dimensional scale model of a building or the scale drawings of the elevations or plans of a building."
"One centimeter to one meter."
"Colon may also be substituted with a specific, slightly raised ratio symbol U+2236 ∶ RATIO (∶), i.e., '1∶100'."
"A bar scale would also normally appear on the drawing."