Definition of "facet" noun: a smooth surface (as of a bone or cut gemstone)

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	WikiPedia definition of "facet" Facets are flat faces on geometric shapes. The organization of naturally occurring facets was key to early developments in crystallography, since they reflect the underlying ... (More) Facet, a flat surface of a geometric shape, e.g., of a gemstone. Facet in mathematics (topology, geometry) is a special type of face. In anatomy: A facet is part of a compound eye ... (More) A facet of a simplicial complex is a maximal simplex. In the general theory of polyhedra and polytopes, two conflicting meanings are currently jostling for acceptability: (More) The superior costal facet (or superior costal fovea) is a site where a rib forms a joint with the top of a vertebra. External links. superior+costal+facet at eMedicine Dictionary ... (More) The transverse costal facet (or transverse costal fovea) is a site where a rib forms a joint with the transverse process of a vertebra. External links (More) A zygapophysial joint (zygapophyseal, or facet joint) is a synovial joint between the superior articular process of one vertebra and the inferior articular process of the vertebra ... (More) The inferior costal facet (or inferior costal fovea) is a site where a rib forms a joint with the bottom of a vertebra. External links. inferior+costal+facet at eMedicine ... (More) A facet comprises "clearly definied, mutually exclusive, and collectively exhaustive aspects, properties or characteristics of a class or specific subject". [1] (More) An articular facet (or articular surface) is a surface where two anatomical structures (usually bones) meet. Structures with articular facets (More) In the parabolic superposition compound eye type, seen in arthropods such as mayflies, the parabolic surfaces of the inside of each facet focus light from a reflector to a sensor ... (More)

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