Geometry: Planes, x+y+z=0 - How Does It Work?

In summary, a plane may be a two-dimensional object, but it can also be rotated into three dimensions. This is because while it only requires two coordinates to express a point on the plane, it can be embedded in a space with an arbitrary amount of dimensions, potentially requiring more variables to express it.
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I do not understnad how x+y+z=0 can be a plane, I thought a plane has 2 dimensions, this is all :) thanks.
 
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A plane is a two dimensional object, but it can be rotated into three dimensions. Another way of looking at it is that you only need two coordinates to express a point on the plane (hence it being 2-dimensional), but it can be embedded in a space consisting of an arbitrary amount of dimensions, in which case you could need more variables to express it.
 
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Vorde said:
A plane is a two dimensional object, but it can be rotated into three dimensions. Another way of looking at it is that you only need two coordinates to express a point on the plane (hence it being 2-dimensional), but it can be embedded in a space consisting of an arbitrary amount of dimensions, in which case you could need more variables to express it.

Ahh of course - cheers !
 

FAQ: Geometry: Planes, x+y+z=0 - How Does It Work?

1. What is a plane in geometry?

A plane in geometry is a two-dimensional shape that extends infinitely in all directions. It is represented by a flat surface and has no thickness or depth.

2. How is a plane defined by an equation?

A plane can be defined by an equation in the form of Ax + By + Cz = D, where A, B, and C are coefficients and x, y, and z are variables. This equation is known as the standard form of a plane.

3. What does the equation x+y+z=0 represent in terms of a plane?

This equation represents a plane passing through the origin, where the x, y, and z axes intersect. The coefficients of x, y, and z represent the direction and slope of the plane.

4. How do you graph a plane defined by an equation?

To graph a plane, you can use the intercept method by finding the x, y, and z intercepts and connecting them. Another method is using a set of three points that satisfy the equation and connecting them to form a triangle, which represents the plane.

5. What is the relationship between the equation x+y+z=0 and the plane it represents?

The equation x+y+z=0 represents a specific plane in three-dimensional space. Any point (x, y, z) that satisfies this equation will lie on the plane. Conversely, any point on the plane can be substituted into the equation and it will be true.

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