Symmetry

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What is symmetry?

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Symmetry is when one shape becomes exactly like another if you flip, slide, or turn it.

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What does it mean if a shape is symmetrical?

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A shape is symmetrical if it can be divided into two identical halves that are mirror images of each other.

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What is a line of symmetry?

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A line of symmetry is an imaginary line that divides a shape into two equal parts that are mirror images.

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How many lines of symmetry does a square have?

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A square has 4 lines of symmetry.

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How many lines of symmetry does a circle have?

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A circle has an infinite number of lines of symmetry.

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How many lines of symmetry does a rectangle have?

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A rectangle has 2 lines of symmetry.

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Is a triangle symmetrical?

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Some triangles are symmetrical (like an equilateral triangle), while others are not.

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How many lines of symmetry does an isosceles triangle have?

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An isosceles triangle has 1 line of symmetry.

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What is an example of a shape that is not symmetrical?

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A trapezoid is an example of a shape that may not be symmetrical.

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Can a shape be symmetrical in one direction and not in another?

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Yes, a shape can be symmetrical in one direction (like a rectangle) but not in another.