The Elements of Geometry
THE ELEMENTS OF GEOMETRYDEFINITIONSEXTENSIONThe Definition of a mathematical term is its explanation in words familiar to the student.The test of a complete definition is that the subject and predicate may be interchanged without affecting the truth of the statement.Space extends about us on every side. Every material object occupies a portion of this space. This portion of space is called a geometrical solid or simply a Solid. The only properties of the solid with which geometry is concerned ar
...e its form and size, and its position with reference to other solids.A boundary of a solid is called its Surface. It is no part of the solid, and therefore has but two dimensions: length and breadth.A boundary of a surface is called a Line. " It is no part of the surface, and has therefore but one dimension: length.A boundary of a line is called a Point. A point has no dimension, but position only.A point, line, or surface that divides any magnitude into two equal parts is calTable of Contents no contentAbout the Publisher Forgotten Books is a publisher of historical writings, such as: Philosophy, Classics, Science, Religion, History, Folklore and Mythology.Forgotten Books' Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the difficult to read text. Read books online for free at www.forgottenbooks.org
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