Tell Me about Tessellations

Mr. Addit introduces the concept of tessellation, explaining its use in everyday life and geometry. He describes regular tessellations using squares, triangles, and hexagons, and how to name them based on the number of sides at each vertex. The video also covers semi-regular tessellations and provides a step-by-step guide to creating a custom tessellation using an index card, paper, and coloring tools.

Which of the following is NOT a basic math operation mentioned in the video?

• Addition

• Subtraction

• Exponentiation

• Division

What is tessellation primarily used for in real life?

• Cooking recipes

• Building bridges

• Installing tile floors

• Designing clothes

Which shape is NOT used to create a regular tessellation?

• Triangle

• Pentagon

• Square

• Hexagon

How many sides does a hexagon have in a regular tessellation?

• Seven

• Four

• Six

• Five

What is the name of a tessellation formed by six triangles around a vertex?

• 44444

• 55555

• 666

• 333333

What is the first step in creating your own tessellation?

• Coloring the shapes

• Taping the shapes together

• Cutting out a square from an index card

• Drawing on a large sheet of paper

What should you use to outline your custom tessellation on paper?

• A compass

• A ruler

• A protractor

• A stencil