Basic Geometry Terms: Target H

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Pythagorean Theorem

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A fundamental relation in Euclidean geometry among the three sides of a right triangle. It states that the square of the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides.

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Leg

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One of the two shorter sides of a right triangle, which together form the right angle.

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Hypotenuse

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The longest side of a right triangle, opposite the right angle.

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Right Triangle

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A triangle in which one angle is a right angle (90 degrees).

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Base

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In the context of triangles, it can refer to any side of a triangle, often used as a reference side for calculating area or other properties.