Does a cone cut from a sphere have a name?

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A cone cut from a sphere, where the broad end follows the surface of the sphere, is referred to as a "spherical cone." This term is synonymous with "hypercone," which describes the same geometric shape. The discussion clarifies that the spherical cone is defined by its radius being equal to the length of the cone's side, centered at the cone's point. This terminology is essential for accurate communication in geometric contexts.

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A very basic question: does such a cone, where the broad end is not cut flat but follows the surface of the sphere whose radius is the length of the cone's side, and is centred at the cone's point, have a name?
 
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Are you thinking of a spherical cone?
 
Grimble said:
A very basic question: does such a cone, where the broad end is not cut flat but follows the surface of the sphere whose radius is the length of the cone's side, and is centred at the cone's point, have a name?

Doc Al said:
Are you thinking of a spherical cone?

Is this what you mean... AKA a hypercone ?
 
Here's a simple spherical cone:
SphericalCone_1000.gif
 
Thank you, that is exactly what I was meaning. :)
 

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