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    Enumeration Gloss

    The quality and intensity of light reflected from the surface of a material.

    Index

    Enumeration Members

    DIAMOND: "diamond"

    Exceptional brilliance and fire, typical of high-refractive-index crystals.

    DULL: "dull"

    Lacking any significant gloss or reflectivity.

    GLASSY: "glassy"

    Smooth, highly reflective surface resembling glass.

    GREASY: "greasy"

    Surface appearing oily or greasy to the touch or eye.

    METALLIC: "metallic"

    High reflectivity characteristic of polished metal surfaces.

    PEARLY: "pearly"

    Iridescent, multi-layered reflection resembling mother-of-pearl.

    RESINOUS: "resinous"

    Appearance similar to resin or amber.

    SILKY: "silky"

    Parallel fibrous structure reflecting light like silk.

    WAXY: "waxy"

    Dull, matte surface resembling wax.