Euclidean Space

What is Euclidean Space?

Euclidean space is the fundamental space of classical geometry. Originally the two-dimensional plane and three-dimensional space of Euclidean geometry, it has been generalized to any finite number of dimensions. It is a vector space equipped with a specific inner product (the dot product), which defines distance and angles.

Where did the term "Euclidean Space" come from?

Named after the ancient Greek mathematician Euclid of Alexandria.

How is "Euclidean Space" used today?

The standard environment for most of classical physics and everyday geometric intuition.

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