Definition--Geometry Basics--Plane
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Definition--Geometry Basics--Plane

Plane

Plane

Topic

Geometry Basics

Definition

A flat, two-dimensional surface extending infinitely in all directions.

Description

A plane is a flat, two-dimensional surface that extends infinitely in all directions. This concept is fundamental in geometry and is used to define and analyze various geometric shapes and figures. Understanding planes is crucial for solving problems related to three-dimensional space and for applications in fields such as architecture, engineering, and computer graphics.

Plane
Think of a soccer field as a plane and the location 
of the players as points on the plane.

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Common Core Standards CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.K.G.A.3
Grade Range 4 - 8
Curriculum Nodes Geometry
    • Angles and Planes
        • Definition of a Plane
Copyright Year 2022
Keywords definition, geometry