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hasanhabibul
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why solid angle is A/r^2 ...why is this r^2...has it any similarity with s=rtheta??please help me
Solid angle is a fundamental concept in mathematics and physics that measures the amount of space covered by a three-dimensional object as seen from a given point. It is important for understanding s=rθ because it helps us calculate the surface area (s) of a sphere, given its radius (r) and central angle (θ).
The solid angle (Ω) is directly proportional to both the radius (r) and the central angle (θ) of a sphere. This means that as either the radius or the central angle increases, the solid angle also increases.
No, the solid angle of a sphere cannot be greater than 4π steradians. This is because 4π steradians is the maximum possible solid angle that can be covered by a sphere, which is equivalent to the surface area of the entire sphere.
Solid angle is a measure of the amount of space covered by a three-dimensional object, while regular angle measures the amount of rotation between two intersecting lines. Additionally, solid angle is a three-dimensional concept, while regular angle is a two-dimensional concept.
Understanding solid angle and its relation to s=rθ has various real-life applications, such as in computer graphics, optics, and astronomy. It is used to calculate the field of view of cameras and lenses, to design and optimize lighting systems, and to analyze the radiation patterns of antennas and satellites.