Radial

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Radial is a geometric term of location which may refer to:

Mathematics and Direction

• Vector (geometric), a line
• Radius, adjective form of
• Radial distance (geometry), a directional coordinate in a polar coordinate system
• Radial set
• A bearing from a waypoint, such as a VHF omnidirectional range

Biology

• Radial artery, the main artery of the lateral aspect of the forearm
• Radial nerve, supplies the posterior portion of the upper limb
• Radial symmetry, one of the types of distribution of body parts or shapes in biology
• Radius (bone), a bone of the forearm

Technology

• Radial (radio), lines which radiate from a radio antenna
• Radial axle, on a locomotive or carriage
• Radial compressor
• Radial delayed blowback
• Radial engine
• Radial tire
• Radial, Inc., e-commerce business

See also

• Axial (disambiguation)
• Radiate (disambiguation)

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