Your Daily Science: How Many Sides Does A Circle Have?
Let’s Discuss One Of The Most Controversial Topics In Maths And Finally Deduce An Answer!
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The question of how many sides a circle actually has is a topic that sparks a lot of debate in the maths community. Some mathematicians argue that a circle has an endless number of sides, while others believe it does not have any at all.
In this article, we’ll dive deep into this debate and try to reach a conclusion. Get ready to explore the fascinating world of circles and their puzzling sides.
First, we’ll start by defining what a side, actually, is. This will help us when going through. It is generally accepted that a side is a line segment connecting two distinct points, otherwise known as two vertices. Despite this, when it comes to circles, a straight line segment cannot connect two distinct points on their circumference, no matter where you start or end. And even if you do have two points to connect to make a circle they would have to overlap making a degenerative polygon.
Therefore, a circle is characterised by its continuous and unbroken curve. Because there are no straight lines connecting a circle like a polygon, many believe it has 0…
