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Spherical Geometry

Spherical Geometry is a branch of mathematics that deals with the properties and measurements of geometrical figures on the surface of a sphere. It is different from Euclidean Geometry, which is applicable to flat surfaces. Spherical Geometry is primarily concerned with triangles, angles, and distances on the curved surface of a sphere.

Sense 1:

Definition: The study of geometry on the surface of a sphere.

Example sentence: In spherical geometry, the sum of the angles of a triangle is always greater than 180 degrees.

Sense 2:

Definition: A non-Euclidean geometry that assumes the surface of a sphere as the underlying space.

Example sentence: Spherical geometry is essential for accurately describing the paths of celestial objects.

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