Difference between direction and dimension

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the difference between the concepts of direction and dimension, with a focus on scientific interpretations rather than dictionary definitions. Participants explore the meanings and applications of these terms in various contexts.

Discussion Character

  • Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants emphasize the need for a scientific context to differentiate direction and dimension, rather than relying on dictionary definitions.
  • One participant notes that while direction can be considered a dimension, there are other dimensions such as distance and time, and that direction and distance can be combined to form a vector.
  • Another participant suggests that direction and dimension may not be directly comparable, using an analogy to illustrate the distinction.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on how to approach the distinction between direction and dimension, with no consensus reached on a definitive explanation.

Contextual Notes

Participants indicate that the definitions of "dimension" can vary significantly depending on the scientific or mathematical context in which they are applied.

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Hello,
Can you tell me what is the difference between direction and dimension?
 
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I want it scientifically ...not from dictionary
 
Physical activity said:
I want it scientifically ...not from dictionary
we still need a context.
 
Physical activity said:
I want it scientifically

Several of the listed definitions of "dimension" are scientific or mathematical ones, applied in different contexts.
 
Ok thank you very much
 
The difference is that, in general, although direction may be considered a dimension, there are many other dimensions besides direction, such as distance and time. Furthermore, direction and distance can be combined to form another dimension, modeled mathematically as a vector.
 
Physical activity said:
Hello,
Can you tell me what is the difference between direction and dimension?
Reading this again, I feel inclined to say that they are just not comparable. When you come across two words that you need to distinguish between, the best thing to do is to read passages in which each word is used and get a flavour of their meanings.
I would have a similar problem if you had asked what the difference is between a giraffe and singing. There is really no occasion that I could think of where they could be used interchangeably - so no confusion could arise.
 

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