Polygon vocabulary

Key Notes :

A polygon is a closed figure with straight sides. A closed figure starts and ends at the same point.

Title: Exploring Polygon Vocabulary

Introduction:

• Definition: A polygon is a two-dimensional geometric shape with straight sides.
• Polynomials come from Greek words “poly” (many) and “gonia” (angle).
• Examples: triangles, quadrilaterals, pentagons, hexagons, etc.

Polygon Characteristics:

1. Vertices: Points where the sides of the polygon meet.
2. Sides/Edges: Line segments connecting consecutive vertices.
3. Interior Angles: Angles formed inside the polygon at each vertex.
4. Exterior Angles: Angles formed outside the polygon at each vertex.

Common Types of Polygons:

1. Triangle:

• Three sides and three vertices.
• Types: Equilateral, Isosceles, Scalene.

1. Quadrilateral:

• Four sides and four vertices.
• Types: Square, Rectangle, Rhombus, Parallelogram.

1. Pentagon:

• Five sides and five vertices.

1. Hexagon:

• Six sides and six vertices.

1. Heptagon:

• Seven sides and seven vertices.

Polygon Properties:

1. Sum of Interior Angles: The sum of interior angles in any polygon with n sides is given by the formula: (n-2) * 180 degrees.
2. Exterior Angle Sum: The sum of exterior angles in any polygon is always 360 degrees.
3. Regular vs. Irregular Polygons:

• Regular polygons have all sides and angles equal.
• Irregular polygons have sides and/or angles of different lengths and measures.

Real-world Applications:

• Architecture: Many buildings have polygonal shapes in their design.
• Computer Graphics: Polygons are used to create 2D and 3D shapes in digital environments.
• Urban Planning: City layouts often involve the use of polygons in zoning and land division.

Conclusion:

• Understanding polygon vocabulary is fundamental in geometry.
• The knowledge of polygons extends beyond mathematics to various fields.
• Exploring and recognizing polygons enriches our understanding of the world around us.

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