Translucent, or translucent, is an adjective that comes from the Latin word translucĭdus. The term refers to the object that allows light to pass through, although it does not clearly show what is behind it.
Passage of Light When a body allows light to pass through easily and allows you to see clearly through it, it is transparent. On the other hand, if the light passes through, but you cannot clearly see what is behind it, it is a translucent body. Finally, an opaque body blocks the passage of light.
In stained glass windows we find translucent glass for artistic purposes
The issue of sharpness is associated with the amount of light that passes through the translucent element. If more light passed through, it would be transparent and provide a clear view. Since only a little light passes through, the vision is somewhat fuzzy and fuzzy.
This leads us to understand that the translucent material is not capable of offering the greatest possible sharpness, so its use should only be given in cases in which that clarity of image is not intended. As this is only one of the properties of these materials, we cannot say that one is “better” than another, but rather that it is more or less suitable for each application. If sharpness is not required, blocking light to some degree may provide an aesthetic result that is preferable to transparency. Some examples Take the case of a light blue plastic bottle. There is a part of the light that can pass through the container and a part that cannot. That is why these plastic bottles are translucent: if we look through them, we can recognize shapes, but without appreciating the details. We can also find cups and plates made of translucent materials, both plastic and glass. In this case, there is only an aesthetic issue behind the design, as its use offers no advantage over opaque or transparent alternatives. We could say, however, that transparency in a container is important to detect dirt particles, for example, but it is still a subjective opinion. Usefulness of translucent material Many times the fact of using a translucent material has justifications that go beyond aesthetics. In the case of beer, for example, it is usually packaged in bottles made of brown (or green) translucent glass so that ultraviolet rays do not alter the quality of the drink.
A translucent glass window, on the other hand, favors lighting while maintaining some privacy. This can be especially useful in the case of a bathroom, if you want to light it naturally, protecting the privacy of its users.
The beer bottle is translucent to maintain its quality.
Translucent clothing, in turn, gives an idea of what is underneath. Although it is not necessarily associated with indecency, there are those who do not accept it for the simple fact of exposing underwear or, in their case, the body of the wearer. In this context, it is normal for translucent garments to be used by the most self-confident people, since they do not allow imperfections to be hidden like opaque ones. A translucent glass of different colors can also provide very particular lighting, since the light takes on different colors and causes unique effects in the environment. In churches we find the stained glass window, also known as polychromy or glass, a composition that results from the assembly of many pieces to recreate biblical images and other symbolic motifs. Its appearance is imposing and its influence on the environment during the hours of natural light is undeniable.
