Brianchon theorem
If an hexagon ABCDEF (not necessarily convex) is inscribed
into
a conic (in particular into a circle), then the three diagonals
AD,BE,CF are concurrent
. This theorem is the dual of Pascal
line
theorem. (C. Brianchon, 1806)
Proof:It follows by duality.
Title | Brianchon theorem![]() |
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Canonical name | BrianchonTheorem |
Date of creation | 2013-03-22 14:04:29 |
Last modified on | 2013-03-22 14:04:29 |
Owner | vmoraru (1243) |
Last modified by | vmoraru (1243) |
Numerical id | 7 |
Author | vmoraru (1243) |
Entry type | Theorem |
Classification | msc 51-00 |