Inverted bell
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The inverted bell is a metaphorical name for a geometric shape that resembles a bell upside-down.
By context
[edit | edit source]In architecture, the term is applied to describe the shape of the capitals of Corinthian columns.
The inverted bell is used in shape classification in pottery,[1] often featured in archaeology as well as in modern times.
In statistics, a bimodial distribution is sometimes called an inverted bell curve.
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A bell
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Standing bell (rin)
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Bell-mouth spillway at Llyn Celyn
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Inverted-bell beaker from Atting during the Beaker culture
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Ashoka Bell ( lotus flower shaped 250 BCE)
References
[edit | edit source]- ^ "Modern Fishing Lure Collectibles: Identification & Value Guide" (2002), Lua error in Module:Citation/CS1/Configuration at line 2172: attempt to index field '?' (a nil value).