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Curvature
01
the state or quality of being curved or bent, describing the shape or contour of an object or surface
Examples
The curvature of the race track posed a challenge for drivers navigating tight turns.
The curvature of the Earth becomes apparent when viewing the horizon from a high vantage point.
02
the measure of how much a curve or surface deviates from being straight or flat at a specific point
Examples
In differential geometry, curvature helps quantify the bending or deviation of a curve at a given point.
Positive curvature indicates a curve bending in one direction, while negative curvature signifies a bend in the opposite direction.
03
(medicine) a curving or bending; often abnormal
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