Math Definitions - Letter R
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Radius (Polygon)
Definition of Radius (Polygon)
The radius of a regular polygon is the distance from its centre to any one of its vertices (corner points).
It is equal to the radius of a circle that passes through all of the vertices of polygon (i.e. the radius of the circumcircle of the polygon).
Description
The aim of this dictionary is to provide definitions to common mathematical terms. Students learn a new math skill every week at school, sometimes just before they start a new skill, if they want to look at what a specific term means, this is where this dictionary will become handy and a go-to guide for a student.
Audience
Year 1 to Year 12 students
Learning Objectives
Learn common math terms starting with letter R
Author: Subject Coach
Added on: 5th Feb 2018
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