Goniometric

/ˌɡoʊniəˈmetrɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to the measurement of angles or to goniometry.

Etymology

From goniometer + -ic (adjectival suffix). Describes anything pertaining to angular measurement.

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Goniometric analysis is essential in crystallography—scientists use it to understand how atoms arrange themselves by measuring the angles of crystal faces, revealing nature's geometric secrets.

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