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The perimeter of a dodecahedron is the sum of the lengths of all its edges. A regular dodecahedron has 30 edges of equal length, making its perimeter 30 times the edge length.
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Explanation: This formula calculates the perimeter of a regular dodecahedron based on the face diagonal measurement, utilizing the mathematical relationship between the face diagonal and the edge length.
Details: Calculating the perimeter of a dodecahedron is important in geometry, architecture, and various engineering applications where this polyhedral shape is used. It helps in material estimation, structural analysis, and spatial planning.
Tips: Enter the face diagonal measurement in meters. The value must be positive and greater than zero for accurate calculation.
Q1: What is a regular dodecahedron?
A: A regular dodecahedron is a three-dimensional shape with 12 identical regular pentagonal faces, 20 vertices, and 30 edges of equal length.
Q2: How many edges does a dodecahedron have?
A: A regular dodecahedron has 30 edges of equal length.
Q3: What is the relationship between edge length and face diagonal?
A: In a regular pentagon (face of dodecahedron), the face diagonal is related to the edge length by the golden ratio: \( d_{Face} = \phi \times edge \), where \( \phi = \frac{1 + \sqrt{5}}{2} \).
Q4: Can this formula be used for irregular dodecahedrons?
A: No, this formula is specifically for regular dodecahedrons where all edges are equal and all faces are regular pentagons.
Q5: What are some real-world applications of dodecahedrons?
A: Dodecahedrons are used in architecture, game design (dice), molecular structures, and various decorative and structural applications.