Tessellations

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A tessellation is...

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a repeating pattern with no gaps or overlaps.

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What shape makes up the tessellation in the image?

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Hexagons.

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Which of these images represents a tessellation?

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(Provide an image that represents a tessellation.)

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This is an example of a _________________ tessellation.

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Reflection.

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This is an example of a ____________ tessellation.

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Rotation.

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What is a tessellation?

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A tessellation is a pattern made of one or more shapes that fit together without any gaps or overlaps.

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Name a common shape used in tessellations.

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Squares.

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What is the difference between regular and irregular tessellations?

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Regular tessellations use one type of regular polygon, while irregular tessellations use a mix of shapes.

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Can circles tessellate?

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No, circles cannot tessellate because they leave gaps.

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What is a translation in tessellations?

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A translation is a slide of a shape in a specific direction without rotating or flipping it.