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Points, Lines, and Angles

 

Geometry

Geometry is one of the classic disciplines in mathematics.

 

Construction

 

Astronomy

Astronomers need geometry to study the motion of planets in the solar system.

An illustration of the planets in the solar system.

 

Aeronautics

Air Force One being refuelled by a tanker plane.

The understanding of planes and parallel lines allow aircraft to be refuelled in midair.

 

Healthcare

An x-ray of a head.

A 3D model of a heart.

The field of medicine uses CT scans and MRIs to perform geometric imaging,
which allows doctors to form images of the body to be used in diagnostics.

 

Lesson Goals

To explore geometry, we first need to start with the basics.

 

Try This!

What geometry (e.g., points, lines, and angles) is present in this image of a house?

The exterior of a two storey house with large rectangular windows and many stairs leading to the door.

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