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 an object is symmetrical?

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

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What is an example of a symmetrical shape?

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A butterfly is an example of a symmetrical shape because both sides look the same.

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

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A hand is an example of a shape that is not symmetrical because the left and right sides are different.

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What is line symmetry?

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Line symmetry is when a shape can be divided into two identical parts by a line.

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What is rotational symmetry?

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Rotational symmetry is when a shape looks the same after being rotated around a center point.

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How many lines of symmetry does a square have?

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A square has four 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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What is the line of symmetry for a rectangle?

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A rectangle has two lines of symmetry: one vertical and one horizontal.

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Can a shape have more than one line of symmetry?

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Yes, a shape can have multiple lines of symmetry, like a square or a circle.