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Radius
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rayon
the length of a straight line drawn from the center of a circle to any point on its outer boundary
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radius
support consisting of a radial member of a wheel joining the hub to the rim
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radius
a circular region whose area is indicated by the length of its radius
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radius
a straight line from the center to the perimeter of a circle (or from the center to the surface of a sphere)
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radius
(anatomy) the larger and thicker bone of the human forearm extending from the elbow to the thumb side of the wrist
What is "radius"?
The radius is one of the two bones in the lower arm, along with the ulna. The radius plays a crucial role in forearm rotation and wrist movement, allowing for supination and pronation of the hand. It also supports the muscles of the forearm and provides attachment points for ligaments and tendons involved in arm and hand movements. The radius's position and structure contribute to the overall strength and stability of the arm, enabling a wide range of activities such as lifting, gripping, and manipulating objects with precision.
Exemple
A circle is divided into several segments by two radii and the arc between them.
The curvature of a circle is constant and equal to the reciprocal of its radius.
