Class 8 Chapter 17 Multimedia and application

Chapter 17 Multimedia and application 

Very Short answer of the following question 

a. How many media are used in unimedium technology?

 Ans: One medium is used in unimedium technology. 

b. Is a web camera a compulsory device for multimedia? 

Ans: No, a web camera is not a compulsory device for multimedia. 

c. Write any two hardware tools used in multimedia. 

Ans: Two hardware tools used in multimedia are microphone and graphics card. 

d. Give one animated software used in multimedia.

 Ans: Adobe Animate is an animation software used in multimedia. 

e. Write one example of educational multimedia. 

Ans: Interactive educational CDs are an example of educational multimedia. 

f. What is the simplest form of virtual reality? 

Ans: The simplest form of virtual reality is 360-degree video. 

 

Write short answer of the following questions. 

 a. What is multimedia? 

Ans:  Multimedia is the integration of multiple forms of content such as text, audio, images, animations, and video to create interactive and engaging presentations or experiences.

b. Write any two advantages of multimedia.

Ans: Any two advantages of multimedia are:

i) information related to any matter can be presented effectively and better way using multimedia.

ii) Multimedia is useful in designing of attractive and interactive webpage.

c. list any four hardweare required to make computer multimedia capable.

Ans: Any four hardware required to make computer multimedia capable:

i) High speed processor

ii) High resolution monitor

iii) Sound card, Microphone and speaker

iv) Digital camera/Web camera 

d. What is the importance of animation in multimedia?

Ans: Animation makes multimedia more engaging and visually appealing. It helps explain complex ideas in an easy-to-understand way.

e. Define the term virtual reality.

Ans: virtual reality is an artificial environment created by using computer software and hardware and presented to the viewer in such a way that it looks as real.

f. Give one example each of sound editing and video editing software.

Ans: Sound editing software : Audiocity

         Video editing software : Adobe Premier

Write long answer of the following questions. 

a. Explain the elements of multimedia.

Ans: The elements of multimedia are the components that make multimedia content engaging and interactive. They include:

1. Text: The basic and most common element for displaying information. It includes fonts, colors, and styles to make content more appealing.

2. Images: Pictures or graphics that enhance understanding and visual appeal, making the content more engaging.

3. Audio: Sounds, music, or voice-overs that provide additional information or create an immersive experience.

4. Video: Moving visuals that combine images and sound to deliver a dynamic and impactful experience.

5. Animation: Moving graphics or images that make content more interactive and visually engaging.

b. Discuss the different application of multimedia.

Ans: Multimedia has a wide range of applications across various fields. Here are some key applications:

Education: Multimedia makes learning interactive with animations, e-learning, and simulations.

Entertainment: It enhances experiences in games, movies, and VR environments.
Advertisement: Multimedia creates engaging ads and presentations for effective marketing.
Health: It is used for medical training, simulations, and patient education.
Virtual Reality: VR uses multimedia to create immersive, computer-generated environments for learning and entertainment.