Geometry and Polygons

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Geometry and

Polygons
Geometry is the branch of mathematics that deals with the study
of shapes, their properties, and the relationships between them. At
the heart of this field are polygons - closed shapes formed by
straight line segments. Exploring the world of polygons opens up a
fascinating realm of mathematical discovery.

by silent Thunder
Introduction to Polygons
1 Closed Shapes 2 Straight Sides
Polygons are closed All the sides of a polygon
shapes formed by are straight line
connecting line segments segments, not curved.
end-to-end.

3 Finite Vertices
Polygons have a finite number of vertices where the line
segments meet.
Polygon Basics: Sides and Angles
Sides Interior Angles Exterior Angles

The number of sides of a polygon The sum of the interior angles of a The sum of the exterior angles of a
is equal to the number of vertices. polygon is (n-2) * 180°, where n is polygon is always 360°.
the number of sides.
Regular and Irregular
Polygons
Regular Polygons Irregular Polygons
All sides are equal in length The sides and angles are
and all angles are equal in not all equal, resulting in an
measure. asymmetric shape.
Classifying Polygons by Number of Sides
5+ Sides: Polygons
3 Sides: Triangle
Polygons with 5 or more sides, such as pentagons, hexagons,
The simplest polygon, with three sides and three angles. and octagons.

1 2 3

4 Sides: Quadrilateral
Four-sided polygons, including squares, rectangles, and rhombi.
Triangles: The Simplest
Polygons

Equilateral
All sides and angles are equal.

Isosceles
Two sides and angles are equal.

Scalene
No sides or angles are equal.
Quadrilaterals: Four-Sided Polygons
Square Rectangle Rhombus Trapezoid

4 equal sides, 4 right Opposite sides equal, 4 4 equal sides, opposite 2 parallel sides
angles right angles sides parallel
Convex and Concave
Polygons
Convex Polygons
All interior angles are less than 180°, and any line
segment between two points on the perimeter lies
entirely within the polygon.

Concave Polygons
At least one interior angle is greater than 180°, and a
line segment between two points on the perimeter
may lie outside the polygon.
Polygon Perimeter and Area Calculations
Perimeter Area

The total distance around the outside of a polygon, The measure of the interior space enclosed by a
calculated by summing the lengths of all its sides. polygon, calculated using formulas that depend on the
polygon type.
Real-World Applications of
Polygons
1 Architecture 2 Art and Design
Polygons are used Polygons are a
extensively in the design fundamental element in
of buildings, bridges, and art, graphic design, and
other structures. visual patterns.

3 Everyday Objects
Polygons can be found in the shapes of everyday items like
tiles, packaging, and even traffic signs.

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