plane angle

A "plane angle" is a fundamental concept in geometry, representing the space between two intersecting lines or rays in a plane.

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Definition

B2Geometry

(technical, academic)The figure formed by two rays sharing a common endpoint, known as the vertex.

Example

  • The plane angle between the two rays was measured to be 45 degrees.
  • In the diagram, the plane angle is represented by the symbol ∠ABC.

B2Geometry

(technical, academic)The amount of rotation needed to bring one of two intersecting lines into alignment with the other.

Example

  • To calculate the plane angle, you need to measure the rotation between the two lines.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "plane angle":

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