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In the field of basic [[physics]], a '''dimension''' is described as one of the three basic directions an individual can travel from a specific point, namely: height, width, and length, with the fourth dimension being [[time]] ({{TNG|Where Silence Has Lease}}). These four dimensions make up the realm of [[space]]. Or, "space-time", as [[scientists]] have come to refer this dimensional existence. ( {{TNG|Tapestry}}, {{ENT|Storm Front}})
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It is believed that beyond the [[universe]] itself, few things, like other dimensions and higher levels of being exist. Unfortunately, during the [[23rd century]], the existence of these concepts could not be proven [[logic]]ally. ({{film|1}})
A '''dimension''' is an independent quantity which is used to describe an object. In a given mathematical space, there is a minimum number of dimensions required to completely describe an object's location and/or size. For example, a three dimensional object such as a sphere can be described with many different coordinate systems, but each system requires three values (rectangular coordinates being x-y-z, cylindrical r-theta-z, and spherical rho-phi-theta).
 
   
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The [[Android]]s of [[planet]] [[Mudd]] had an advanced understanding of dimensions, having formulated computations that would inevitably lead to a total description of the parabolic intersection of dimension with dimension. ({{TOS|I, Mudd}})
In some contexts, the term "dimension" is used to describe a realm of existence within which our universe is located. ({{DS9|Meridian}})
 
   
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The [[mirror universe]] coexists with our universe, but on a different dimensional plane. ({{TOS|Mirror, Mirror}}) It was later determined that the dimensional structure of each universe was totally dissimilar, and that any use of [[power]] would disturb its structure. ({{TOS|The Tholian Web}})
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The [[Milky Way|galactic]] [[creation point]] extends through space and time into another dimension where the logic of things was totally different, where [[magic]], the ability to control reality with thoughts, was part of the laws of nature. ({{TAS|The Magicks of Megas-Tu}})
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According to [[Spock]], the [[antimatter universe]]-as well as the [[negative universe]]-occupy the same space, as our universe, but in different dimensions. ( {{TOS|The Alternative Factor}}, {{TAS|The Counter-Clock Incident}})
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The [[planet]] [[Meridian (planet)|Meridian]] has a dual existence, appearing in both the [[Gamma Quadrant]] of our universe, and another dimension that intersects with this one at that point. ({{DS9|Meridian}})
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[[Fluidic space]], along with the [[Q Continuum]], both lie in an extra-dimensional realm. ({{VOY|Scorpion}}, {{TNG|Hide and Q}})
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* [[Space]]
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* [[Space-time continuum]]
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* [[Universe]]
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Revision as of 20:13, 25 November 2011

In the field of basic physics, a dimension is described as one of the three basic directions an individual can travel from a specific point, namely: height, width, and length, with the fourth dimension being time (TNG: "Where Silence Has Lease"). These four dimensions make up the realm of space. Or, "space-time", as scientists have come to refer this dimensional existence. ( TNG: "Tapestry", ENT: "Storm Front")

It is believed that beyond the universe itself, few things, like other dimensions and higher levels of being exist. Unfortunately, during the 23rd century, the existence of these concepts could not be proven logically. (Star Trek: The Motion Picture)

The Androids of planet Mudd had an advanced understanding of dimensions, having formulated computations that would inevitably lead to a total description of the parabolic intersection of dimension with dimension. (TOS: "I, Mudd")

The mirror universe coexists with our universe, but on a different dimensional plane. (TOS: "Mirror, Mirror") It was later determined that the dimensional structure of each universe was totally dissimilar, and that any use of power would disturb its structure. (TOS: "The Tholian Web")

The galactic creation point extends through space and time into another dimension where the logic of things was totally different, where magic, the ability to control reality with thoughts, was part of the laws of nature. (TAS: "The Magicks of Megas-Tu")

According to Spock, the antimatter universe-as well as the negative universe-occupy the same space, as our universe, but in different dimensions. ( TOS: "The Alternative Factor", TAS: "The Counter-Clock Incident")

The planet Meridian has a dual existence, appearing in both the Gamma Quadrant of our universe, and another dimension that intersects with this one at that point. (DS9: "Meridian")

Fluidic space, along with the Q Continuum, both lie in an extra-dimensional realm. (VOY: "Scorpion", TNG: "Hide and Q")

See also