A Mathematical Space Odyssey - Solid Geometry in the 21st Century (Hardcover)

Solid geometry is the traditional name for what we call today the geometry of three-dimensional Euclidean space. This book presents techniques for proving a variety of geometric results in three dimensions. Special attention is given to prisms, pyramids, platonic solids, cones, cylinders and spheres, as well as many new and classical results. A chapter is devoted to each of the following basic techniques for exploring space and proving theorems: enumeration, representation, dissection, plane sections, intersection, iteration, motion, projection, and folding and unfolding. The book includes a selection of Challenges for each chapter with solutions, references and a complete index. The text is aimed at secondary school and college and university teachers as an introduction to solid geometry, as a supplement in problem solving sessions, as enrichment material in a course on proofs and mathematical reasoning, or in a mathematics course for liberal arts students.

General

Imprint:	Mathematical Association of America
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	May 2015
Authors:	Claudi Alsina • Roger Nelsen
Dimensions:	235 x 156 x 20mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	286
ISBN-13:	978-0-88385-358-0
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Mathematics > Geometry > General Books > Science & Mathematics > Mathematics > Topology > General
LSN:	0-88385-358-2
Barcode:	9780883853580

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