Angle of Incidence - Billiard Term Definition

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Definition of Angle of Incidence

Angle of Incidence is a billiards term that is a part of Billiard Technique Terminology.

A phrase which has been in use circa 1653, the Angle of Incidence is the angle at which a ball approaches a rail, as measured from perpendicular to the rail or cushion.

See: angle of reflection for more on the meaning of "Angle of Incidence".

Angle of Incidence - Usage

Your angle of incidence is way to sharp dude.

Angle of Incidence - Origin and History

The term angle of incidence has been in use since 1653.

Billiards - Angle of Incidence

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• Title: Angle of Incidence
• Author: billiardsforum (Billiards Forum)
• Published: 11/30/2006
• Last Updated: 10/24/2007 9:47:57 AM
• Last Updated By: billiardsforum

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