Constructions and Tilings - Flash Cards
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What is a perpendicular bisector?
A perpendicular bisector is a line that divides another line segment into two equal parts at a right angle (90°).
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How do you construct a perpendicular bisector?
Draw arcs from both endpoints. The intersection points form the line where the bisector is drawn.
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What does 'bisection' mean?
Bisection is dividing a geometrical object into two equal parts.
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What is triangle congruence?
Triangles are congruent if their corresponding sides and angles are equal.
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How do you construct a 90° angle?
Use a perpendicular bisector; any point on it is 90° to the line segment.
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How can you create a 45° angle?
Construct a 90° angle and then bisect it.
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What are the tools used for geometric constructions?
An unmarked ruler and a compass are used for all constructions.
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What defines a regular polygon?
A regular polygon has all sides and angles equal.
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How is a regular hexagon constructed?
Join 6 equilateral triangles to form a hexagon.
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What are the steps to bisect an angle?
Mark two points, draw arcs, and connect their intersection for the bisector.
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What is tiling?
Tiling is covering a surface with shapes without gaps or overlaps.
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What is a condition for tiling a grid with 2x1 tiles?
The total number of squares must be even for complete coverage.
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What is a tangram?
A tangram is a puzzle made from a square that is divided into 7 pieces.
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Can a 4x6 grid be tiled with 2x1 tiles?
Yes, it can be tiled in various configurations.
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Give an example of a non-tileable region.
A 5x7 grid cannot be tiled with 2x1 tiles.
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How do you copy an angle using a compass?
Draw an arc and measure its segments to create a congruent angle.
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How do you construct a parallel line?
Use angle copying to ensure the same corresponding angles as the original line.
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How is a six-pointed star constructed?
By overlapping two equilateral triangles.
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Which shapes can tile the entire plane?
Squares, equilateral triangles, and regular hexagons can tile the entire plane.
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