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Convex Polygon

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Convex Polygon - definition(s)

convex polygon - [mathematics] A polygon in which a straight line drawn between any two points inside the polygon is completely contained within the polygon. Visually, the boundary of a convex polygon is the shape a rubber band would take around a group of objects.

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Source: esri, 08 March 2012 08:34:33, http://support.esri.com/en/knowledgebase/GISDictionary/term/abbreviation External 


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