other; echo being in realityreflection. The same form, therefore,which produces or prolongs echo, willin like manner propagate and extendlight. The bright opaque surface which re-sists the penetration of light will ofnecessity reflect the rays thrown uponit; and the smooth body impervious tosound,…
Architecture
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