Math Problem Statement
can you find the normal vector to vectors ab(-3,-1,7) and ac(-3,0,3)
Solution
To find the normal vector to two given vectors, you can use the cross product. Let's denote the vectors as follows:
- Vector AB:
- Vector AC:
The cross product of these two vectors, , will give a vector that is perpendicular to both.
The cross product formula for two vectors and is:
Let's compute it:
I'll calculate it step-by-step.
First, expanding the determinant:
Let's solve these determinants:
- For :
- For :
- For :
Thus, the cross product is:
So the normal vector to the given vectors is:
Would you like more details or have any questions?
Here are five related questions:
- How do you find the magnitude of a normal vector?
- What is the geometric meaning of a cross product?
- How do you normalize a vector?
- Can you find the area of the parallelogram formed by two vectors?
- What are the properties of a cross product?
Tip: The direction of the cross product depends on the right-hand rule, which determines the orientation of the resulting vector.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Vector Algebra
Cross Product
Normal Vector
Formulas
Cross product formula: u × v = |i j k|
Determinants for each vector component
Theorems
Right-hand rule for cross product
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12