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Parameters - pixel

Name: pixel

Type: quaternion

Read/Write: Read+Write

Context: Transformation, Iteration, Coloring

Description:

This variable contains the quaternion number which corresponds to the point in R3 which currently gets examined.

A transformation normally reads this value and transforms it in some way, i.e. changes its value. Please note that this predefined parameter is a quaternion number, although ChaosPro calculates a three dimensional object...

An iteration formula normally only reads this value and calculates the next z value depending on the pixel. But an iteration formula may also change the pixel.

Note:

For Quaternion fractals, the datatype of the predefined variable pixel is quaternion. If you use Escapetime fractals, then the datatype of the predefined variable is complex. See pixel for Escapetime fractals.