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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