231.13.3.75 top vertex of a regular tetrahedron

In summary, three unit spheres with centers at $O(0,0,0)$, $P(\sqrt{3},-1,0)$ and $Q(\sqrt{3},1,0)$ are placed symmetrically with another unit sphere on top with its center at $R\left(\frac{2\sqrt{3}}{3},\sqrt{3}\right)$. The height of $R$ can be determined by $h=\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}a$ with $a=2$.
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$\textrm{Imagine $3$ unit spheres
(radius equal to 1) with centers at,}\\$
$\textrm{$O(0,0,0)$, $P(\sqrt{3},-1,0)$ and $Q(\sqrt{3},1,0)$.} \\$
$\textrm{Now place another unit sphere symmetrically on top of these spheres with its center at R.} \\$
$\textrm{a Find the center of R.} \\$
 
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The following post may give you some insight:

http://mathhelpboards.com/challenge-questions-puzzles-28/tetrahedral-stack-spheres-5676.html#post26011
 
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ok from this base

$\textrm{so if hieght of $h=\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} a$ and $a=2$ then:}\\$
\begin{align*}\displaystyle
R&=\left(\sec \left(\frac{\pi }{6}\right),\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} (2)\right)\\
&=\left( \frac{2\sqrt{3}}{3},\sqrt{3}\right)
\end{align*}

OK couldn't find some comprehensive equation for this so eyeballed it...
 

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1. What does "231.13.3.75 top vertex of a regular tetrahedron" mean?

The numbers represent the coordinates of the top vertex on a three-dimensional coordinate system. This point is located 231.13 units along the x-axis, 3 units along the y-axis, and 75 units along the z-axis, making it the highest point on a regular tetrahedron.

2. What is a regular tetrahedron?

A regular tetrahedron is a three-dimensional shape with four equilateral triangular faces. It is a type of polyhedron that has four faces, six edges, and four vertices.

3. How is the top vertex of a regular tetrahedron calculated?

The coordinates of the top vertex can be calculated using the formula (0,0,√8/3a), where "a" represents the length of each edge of the regular tetrahedron. This formula is derived from the fact that the top vertex is equidistant from all four vertices of the tetrahedron.

4. What is the significance of the top vertex in a regular tetrahedron?

The top vertex is the highest point of a regular tetrahedron and is important in determining the shape and symmetry of the object. It also plays a role in calculating the volume and surface area of the tetrahedron.

5. Can a regular tetrahedron have a top vertex at any point?

No, a regular tetrahedron is a symmetrical shape and can only have its top vertex at specific points that meet the requirements of a regular tetrahedron. The coordinates of the top vertex must follow the formula mentioned in question 3 in order for the shape to be classified as a regular tetrahedron.

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