What dimension is the vector {0,0,0} in?

In summary, the vector [0,0,0] is the zero vector in the 3-dimensional vector space ##R^3##, and it has a dimension of 1 in the vector space R.
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What dimension is the vector [0,0,0] in? For example, I know that vector [o] is in dimension zero, but would [0,0,0] be in that too? Or, is it classified as being in R3 since there are three components?
 
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It is the zero vector in ##R^3##. ##R^3## is a 3-dimensional vector space and that zero vector is one of its elements.
 
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Jacob959 said:
What dimension is the vector [0,0,0] in? For example, I know that vector [o] is in dimension zero
No, this is a vector in R, which can be considered a vector space of dimension 1. Every vector in this space, including the zero vector, has a dimension of 1.
Jacob959 said:
, but would [0,0,0] be in that too? Or, is it classified as being in R3 since there are three components?
 

What dimension is the vector {0,0,0} in?

The vector {0,0,0} is in the zeroth dimension. This is because it has no magnitude in any direction and can be thought of as a single point in space.

Is {0,0,0} considered a vector?

Yes, {0,0,0} is considered a vector. While it may not have any magnitude or direction, it still follows the definition of a vector which is a quantity with both magnitude and direction.

Can a vector exist in multiple dimensions?

Yes, a vector can exist in multiple dimensions. For example, the vector {2,3} can exist in both two-dimensional space and three-dimensional space.

Why is the dimension of a vector important?

The dimension of a vector is important because it tells us the number of components or directions in which the vector can vary. It also helps us understand the properties and behavior of the vector in different spaces.

Is {0,0,0} the only vector in the zeroth dimension?

Yes, {0,0,0} is the only vector in the zeroth dimension. This is because any other vector with non-zero components would have magnitude and direction, thus placing it in a higher dimension.

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