Meaning of surface of revolution | Babel Free
Definitions
A surface formed when a given curve is revolved around a given axis. If the resulting surface is a closed one, it also defines a solid of revolution.
Equivalents
Suomi
pyörähdyspinta
Magyar
forgásfelület
Nederlands
omwentelingslichaam
Русский
пове́рхность враще́ния
Svenska
rotationsyta
Examples
“A sphere is a surface of revolution of a circle around an axis which runs through the center of the circle.”
“A torus is a surface of revolution of a circle around an axis which is outside the circle.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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