The first six of Euclid’s definitions attempt to define the three undefined terms in geometry: points, lines, and planes. Do you think that these definitions are sufficient? Why or why not?

In your own words, summarize the meaning of the first six definitions.

Thank you!!

Question

The first six of Euclid’s definitions attempt to define the three undefined terms in geometry: points, lines, and planes.  Do you think that these definitions are sufficient?  Why or why not?

In your own words, summarize the meaning of the first six definitions.  

Thank you!!

ganeshie8 · Answer

Do you have the 6 definitions handy ? :)

ganeshie8 · Answer

IF not, go through them in Book I @ http://aleph0.clarku.edu/~djoyce/java/elements/bookI/bookI.html

dan815 · Answer

thats a good site!! u shud read that stuff m.essien! look at the way euclid proves!! its an art