convexities

Meanings

• noun

  The quality of being convex; curved outward or bulging. In mathematics, a convex body is a set that contains every line segment connecting any two of its points.

  - "The surface of the orange is a convexity."
  - "The mirror reflects the convexity of the sphere."

• noun

  A convexity is a local property of a surface, where the surface curves outward.

  - "The architect designed the building with many convexities to create an interesting appearance."
  - "The sculpture had several convexities that made it difficult to clean."

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Variants

List of all variants of convexities that leads to same result
convexities , convexity

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'convexus,' meaning bent or curved.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'convexity' is often used in computer graphics to describe the shape of 3D objects.

2. Convex mirrors are used in rearview mirrors to provide a wider field of view.

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Related Concepts

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1. Concavity: The opposite of convexity, where a surface curves inward.

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Culture

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Convexities have been used in various fields, including mathematics, physics, and art. In mathematics, convex bodies are used to study geometry and topology. In physics, the shape of a convex mirror is used to reflect light in a particular way. In art, artists have used convex surfaces to create interesting textures and shapes.

How to Memorize "convexities"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a sphere or a ball. A convexity is the curved part that bulges outward.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'convexity' with the shape of a ball or a sphere.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Curves Outward, Voluminous, Extending' to remember the meaning of convexity.

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