U+2A2F "" Vector or Cross Product Unicode Character

Unicode Version 18.0

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U+2A2F "" Vector or Cross Product is a mathematical symbol representing the cross product operator, which in vector algebra computes a binary operation on two vectors in three-dimensional space, resulting in a third vector that is perpendicular to the plane containing the original vectors. This symbol is distinct from the standard multiplication sign or the letter "x", and it is encoded to support precise mathematical notation in fields such as physics, engineering, and computer graphics, where it denotes not only the cross product but also the exterior product in geometric algebra. Its inclusion in Unicode ensures consistent digital representation across different platforms and software for clear communication of abstract mathematical concepts.

Encodings

HTML Decimal Encoding
⨯
HTML Hex Encoding
⨯
UTF-8 Encoding
0xE2 0xA8 0xAF
UTF-16 Encoding
0x2A2F
UTF-32 Encoding
0x00002A2F
C/C++/Java Escape
\u2a2f