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The Edge Length of a Truncated Dodecahedron is the length of any edge of this polyhedron. A truncated dodecahedron is an Archimedean solid created by truncating the vertices of a regular dodecahedron.
The calculator uses the formula:
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Explanation: This formula calculates the edge length based on the known total surface area of the truncated dodecahedron, using the mathematical relationship between surface area and edge length.
Details: Calculating the edge length is essential for understanding the geometric properties of the truncated dodecahedron, including its volume, surface area relationships, and spatial characteristics.
Tips: Enter the total surface area in square meters. The value must be positive and valid for accurate calculation.
Q1: What is a truncated dodecahedron?
A: A truncated dodecahedron is an Archimedean solid with 20 regular triangular faces, 12 regular decagonal faces, 60 vertices, and 90 edges.
Q2: What are the applications of this calculation?
A: This calculation is used in geometry, architecture, 3D modeling, and materials science where precise dimensional calculations of polyhedra are required.
Q3: Can this formula be used for other polyhedra?
A: No, this specific formula applies only to truncated dodecahedrons. Other polyhedra have different relationships between edge length and surface area.
Q4: What units should be used?
A: The calculator uses meters for length and square meters for area, but the formula works with any consistent unit system.
Q5: How accurate is this calculation?
A: The calculation is mathematically exact based on the geometric properties of the truncated dodecahedron, provided the input values are accurate.