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scale factor
This term is primarily used in technical, mathematical, and architectural contexts to describe the precise ratio between an original object and its representation. It carries a neutral, objective tone and is used to ensure geometric similarity, where all dimensions are changed by the same proportion to avoid distortion.
In practical application, a scale factor greater than one indicates an enlargement, while a factor between zero and one indicates a reduction. It is distinct from a "scale" (which can refer to the tool or the general ratio) because the "factor" specifically refers to the multiplier used in calculations.
Meanings
Examples
To find the length of the model, multiply the actual length by the scale factor.
The scale factor for this map is one to ten thousand.
If the scale factor is greater than one, the image will be an enlargement.
We need to adjust the scale factor to fit the blueprint on a single page.
What is the scale factor used for this miniature replica?
A scale factor of zero point five means the object is half its original size.
The physicist calculated the scale factor of the expanding universe.
I wonder if I can change the scale factor in this software to zoom in further.