Symmetry

Symmetry = An important geometrical concept, commonly exhibited in nature Line Symmetry = A figure has this if there is a line about which the figure may be folded so that the two parts coincide Axes of Symmetry = Lines of symmetry in the designs Symmetrical Designs = Designs that have symmetry and are often found in nature, religious symbols, rugs, and handkerchiefs

Compose a picture-album showing symmetry = An activity to help understand symmetry Create some colourful Ink-dot devils = An activity suggested in the text, possibly for creative exploration of symmetry Make some symmetrical paper-cut designs = An activity to create designs that show symmetry Identifying lines of symmetry = An activity to spot axes of symmetry in the designs collected

Artists = Use the idea of symmetry in their work Designers of clothing or jewellery = Make use of the idea of symmetry in their designs Car manufacturers = Apply the concept of symmetry in car designs Architects = Use symmetry in architectural designs

<p>Beehives = Example of symmetrical designs in nature Flowers = Exhibit symmetry in their structure Tree-leaves = Often have symmetrical designs Handkerchiefs = Often have symmetrical patterns</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Architecture = Field where symmetry is often applied Engineering = Profession that often uses symmetry Nature = Symmetry is commonly exhibited here Religious symbols = Often have symmetrical designs</p> Signup and view all the answers