Symmetry Geometry

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What is symmetry in geometry?

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Symmetry in geometry refers to a balance or correspondence in shape, size, and arrangement of parts on opposite sides of a dividing line or around a center point.

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What is a line of symmetry?

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A line of symmetry is a line that divides a shape into two identical parts that are mirror images of each other.

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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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What is rotational symmetry?

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Rotational symmetry is when a shape can be rotated around a center point and still look the same at certain angles.

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How many degrees can a regular pentagon be rotated to demonstrate rotational symmetry?

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Which shape has exactly one line of symmetry?

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An isosceles triangle has exactly one line of symmetry.

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What is reflectional symmetry?

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Reflectional symmetry is when one half of a shape is a mirror image of the other half.

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Which letter has rotational symmetry but not reflectional symmetry?

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The letter 'S' has rotational symmetry but not reflectional symmetry.

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How many lines of symmetry does a regular hexagon have?

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A regular hexagon has 6 lines of symmetry.

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If a shape has a line of symmetry, what can be concluded?

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The shape can be divided into two identical halves.