normal-vector

property

picture of term

Definition: In geometry, a normal is an object such as a line, ray, or vector that is perpendicular to a given object. For example, the normal line to a plane curve at a given point is the (infinite) line perpendicular to the tangent line to the curve at the point.

Source: Wikipedia

Wikipedia Page (Something wrong with this association? Let us know.)

Wikidata Page (Something wrong with this association? Let us know.)

Occurs in: