Long Chord Slice of Pentagram given Chord Length Calculator

Formula Used:

\[ \text{Long Chord Slice} = \text{Chord Length} - \text{Pentagonal Edge Length} \]

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1. What is Long Chord Slice of Pentagram?

The Long Chord Slice of Pentagram is the edge length of the entire star shape of the Pentagram or the equal side of the isosceles triangle which forms as the spike of the Pentagram.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

\[ \text{Long Chord Slice} = \text{Chord Length} - \text{Pentagonal Edge Length} \]

Where:

Chord Length - The diagonal length of regular pentagon from which the Pentagram is constructed using its diagonals
Pentagonal Edge Length - The edge length of regular pentagon from which the Pentagram is constructed using its diagonals

Explanation: The formula calculates the difference between the chord length and pentagonal edge length to determine the long chord slice measurement.

3. Importance of Long Chord Slice Calculation

Details: Accurate calculation of the long chord slice is crucial for geometric constructions, pentagram design, and mathematical analysis of pentagonal shapes and their properties.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter both chord length and pentagonal edge length in meters. All values must be positive numbers greater than zero.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the relationship between chord length and pentagonal edge length?
A: In a regular pentagram, the chord length is typically longer than the pentagonal edge length, and their difference gives the long chord slice measurement.

Q2: Can this formula be used for irregular pentagrams?
A: No, this formula applies specifically to regular pentagrams where all sides and angles are equal.

Q3: What are typical values for these measurements?
A: The values depend on the specific pentagram dimensions, but the chord length is always greater than the pentagonal edge length in a regular pentagram.

Q4: Are there other ways to calculate long chord slice?
A: Yes, it can also be calculated using trigonometric functions based on the angles of the pentagram, but this subtraction method is the simplest approach.

Q5: What units should be used for input values?
A: The calculator accepts any consistent units (meters, centimeters, inches, etc.), but the result will be in the same units as the input values.