de Malves's theorem Given a tetrahedron in which the edges meeting at one vertex, X, form three right angles (i.e. the tetrahedron is the result of chopping off the corner of a cuboid), the square of the face opposite X is equal to the sum of the squares of the other three faces. Related category GEOMETRY Also on this site: Encyclopedia of Alternative Energy & Sustainable Living Encyclopedia of History Transport Concepts & Designs (partner site) |