Adding 'z' to 2D graph equation

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The discussion revolves around the challenges of graphing a 3D equation, specifically the equation ##x^2y^2z+x^2yz^2+xyz=1##, in a 3D coordinate system. Participants explore the reasons why the graph may not appear as expected in certain graphing software.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant questions the clarity of the term "2D graphing system" and requests visual examples to understand the context better.
  • Another participant suggests that the lack of a visible graph in the 3D system may be due to the specific capabilities of the graphing software being used.
  • A participant mentions that software like Mathematica can handle both 2D and 3D graphing effectively, implying that the issue may lie with the tools being used rather than the equation itself.
  • The original poster clarifies their terminology, indicating that they refer to 2D and 3D coordinate systems and expresses a desire to know if it is possible to graph any random 3D equation.
  • The original poster also notes their experience with GeoGebra, where they encountered a blank graph when attempting to plot the 3D equation.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the reasons for the graph not appearing, as there are differing views on the capabilities of the graphing software and the clarity of the original question.

Contextual Notes

There are limitations regarding the specific graphing software mentioned and the assumptions about the equations being graphed. The discussion does not resolve the underlying issues related to the software's functionality or the nature of the equations.

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2D equation:
##x^2 y^2 + x^2 y + x y =1##
Hi.
If I write any random equation in 2D then the graph undoubtedly shows up on that 2D graphing system.
Equation example: ##x^2 y^2 + x^2 y + x y =1##

My question is: if I take the same equation: ##x^2 y^2 + x^2 y + x y =1## and if I manipulate the equation by including another variable ##'z'## in the equation like this: ##x^2 y^2 z+ x^2 y z^2+ x y z =1## then why is the 3D graph not showing up on that 3D graphing system?

Thanks.
 
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pairofstrings said:
then the graph undoubtedly shows up on that 2D graphing system
What are you talking about ? What 2D graphing system ? Any visual examples ?

pairofstrings said:
then why is the 3D graph not showing up on that 3D graphing system?
Perhaps because "that" system has no telepathic capabilities ? What so you expect to see ?

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pairofstrings said:
why is the 3D graph not showing up on that 3D graphing system?
BvU is right: you need to specify what "graphing system" you're asking about.

For example, Mathematica's ContourPlot and ContourPlot3D easily handle your 2D and 3D examples:
Graphs.jpg
 
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Hi.
Sorry for not using math words. By saying 2D and 3D graphing system I mean 2D and 3D coordinate system.

In GeoGebra when I write random equation: ##x^2y^2z+x^2yz^2+xyz=1## I am getting a blank graph and sometimes like this (vertical axis is y-axis):
Web capture_23-8-2023_121958_www.geogebra.org.jpeg

My question is that, is it possible to draw a 3D graph of any random 3D equation like the equation: ##x^2y^2z+x^2yz^2+xyz=1##? If yes, then I will use a different 3D graphing software.
 
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