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Understanding Hyperbolic Geometry

Dr. Emily Thornton

October 15, 2023

1 Introduction
Hyperbolic geometry is a non-Euclidean geometry, meaning it violates the
parallel postulate of Euclidean geometry. The parallel postulate states that
for a given line and a point not on the line, there is exactly one parallel line
through the point. In hyperbolic geometry, there are infinitely many such
lines.

2 Models of Hyperbolic Geometry


There are several models used to visualize and reason about hyperbolic ge-
ometry. The most well-known include:

2.1 Poincaré Disk Model


In this model, the entire hyperbolic plane is represented inside a circle. Lines
are represented by arcs that are orthogonal to the boundary circle.

2.2 Klein Disk Model


Similar to the Poincaré disk, the Klein disk represents the hyperbolic plane
within a circle, but lines are represented by chords of the circle rather than
arcs.

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3 Properties and Applications
Hyperbolic geometry has fascinating properties:

• Sum of angles in a triangle: The angles of a hyperbolic triangle


add up to less than 180 degrees.

• Hyperbolic area: The area of a triangle is proportional to the amount


by which the sum of its angles falls short of 180 degrees.

Such properties have applications in various fields, including:

• Physics: Models of hyperbolic spaces are important in the theory of


general relativity.

• Art and Design: Hyperbolic geometry inspires tessellations and other


expansive patterns.

4 Conclusion
Hyperbolic geometry is a rich field that broadens our understanding of spa-
tial relationships beyond the Euclidean framework. Its unique properties
and applications make it a compelling area of study within mathematics.

5 References
• Thurston, W. P. (1997). Three-Dimensional Geometry and Topology.
Princeton University Press.

• Anderson, J. W. (2005). Hyperbolic Geometry. Springer.

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