Symmetry – what is that?
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The types of symmetry, examples from everyday life, important features of symmetry, and basic technical terms on the topic are explained in simple words.
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2015-09-10
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Comments on the origin of the word and also on the meaning of symmetry in the wider sense of the word (beauty, usefulness, fairness) introduce the topic. This is followed by an overview of the three types of symmetry (reflection, rotational, and translational symmetry).
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Learning resource type:
Information sheet
Subjects:
Mathematics
Grade levels:
Grade 1 to 4
School types:
Elementary school
Keywords:
Axial symmetry; Geometric figure; Geometry; Optics
Bibliography:
Siemens Stiftung Media Portal
Author:
MediaHouse GmbH
Rights holder:
© Siemens Stiftung 2015