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Axis
01
an imaginary line in the middle of an object around which the object revolves
Example
The axis of a gyroscope allows it to maintain stability and orientation during motion.
The spinning top rotates around its axis, demonstrating the principles of angular momentum.
The rotation of planets around their axes determines their day and night cycles.
02
(geometry) an arbitrary straight line that passes through the center of a symmetrical object or around which an object spins
03
the 2nd cervical vertebra; serves as a pivot for turning the head
04
a group of countries in special alliance
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in World War II the alliance of Germany and Italy in 1936 which later included Japan and other nations
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the main stem or central part about which plant organs or plant parts such as branches are arranged
07
a real or imaginary line about which an object rotates
08
a reference line used in coordinate systems to provide a framework for locating points
Example
The graph of the function extends infinitely along both axes, representing all possible input and output values.
When graphing functions, it 's essential to label the axes to provide context for the plotted points.
When solving equations, it 's common to plot the functions on a graph to visualize their behavior relative to the axes.
Example
The axis of a gyroscope allows it to maintain stability and orientation during motion.
The spinning top rotates around its axis, demonstrating the principles of angular momentum.
The rotation of planets around their axes determines their day and night cycles.
The Earth's North and South Poles are located at opposite ends of its rotational axis.
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