Understanding Rotational Symmetry

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Rotational Symmetry

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An object looks the same after rotation.

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Order of Symmetry

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Number of times it matches in 360°.

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Angle of Rotation

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Smallest angle to match the original

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Center of Rotation

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Fixed point during rotation

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Examples

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Starfish, Ferris wheel

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Non-Examples

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Scalene triangle

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Symmetrical Shapes

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Circle, square, equilateral triangle

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Asymmetrical Shapes

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Rectangle, trapezoid

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Real-life Example

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Windmill blades

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Importance

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Design, art, architecture