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where do we use solid angle or steradian for measuring,in what way
is theuseful over normal angle?
is theuseful over normal angle?
monty37 said:where do we use solid angle or steradian for measuring,in what way
is theuseful over normal angle?
Solid angle is a measure of the amount of space covered by a three-dimensional object as viewed from a specific point. It is different from regular angle, which is a measure of the amount of rotation required to move from one line to another. Solid angle is measured in steradians (sr), while regular angle is measured in degrees or radians.
Solid angle is directly proportional to the surface area of an object. This means that as the surface area increases, the solid angle also increases. This relationship is expressed mathematically as Ω = A/r², where Ω is the solid angle, A is the surface area, and r is the distance from the viewing point to the object.
Solid angle is used for measuring three-dimensional objects because it takes into account the curvature of the surface. Regular angle is only applicable to flat surfaces, while solid angle can be used for any three-dimensional object, regardless of its shape or orientation.
Solid angle is measured in steradians (sr), which is equal to the area of a unit sphere (4π) divided by the square of the radius. It can also be calculated by dividing the surface area of an object by the square of the distance from the viewing point to the object.
Solid angle has many applications in fields such as astronomy, physics, and engineering. It is used to measure the amount of light emitted by a light source, calculate the intensity of radiation from a nuclear source, and determine the field of view of a camera or telescope. It is also used in the design of solar panels, satellite communication systems, and virtual reality technology.