A Cross-Section of the Calabi-Yau Quintic

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"Calabi-Yau Manifold Crystal, A Cross-Section of the Calabi-Yau Quintic. Hidden deep inside the dimensions of string theory are the microscopic Calabi-Yau spaces. According to string theory, space-time is not four-dimensional as you might expect, but actually 10-dimensional. The extra six dimensions are believed to be compactified or rolled up into such a small space that they are unobservable at human scales of sight. Their size and six dimensions make Calabi-Yau spaces difficult to draw. But, this model shows a three-dimensional cross-section of this likely space to reveal its structure and shape."

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Keywords: calabi, calabi-yau, concept, crystal, dimensions, manifold, model, models, physics, quantum, quintic, science, space, string, super, superstring, theory, yau