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- A shape is said to be symmetric if it can be divided into two more identical pieces which are placed in an organized way. For example, when you are told to cut out a ‘heart’ from a piece of paper, you simply fold the paper, draw one-half of the heart at the fold and cut it out to find that the other half exactly matches the first half.
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Symmetry is a property of an object that allows us to divide it into two identical halves, which are mirror images of each other. Learn about lines of symmetry & more.
A shape or an object has symmetry if it can be divided into two identical pieces. In a symmetrical shape, one-half is the mirror image of the other half. The imaginary axis or line along which the figure can be folded to obtain the symmetrical halves is called the line of symmetry.
If we cut an object into two parts such that both are equal in size and shape, then the obtained figures are called symmetric figures. If we put a mirror in front of a part then we can see the complete image of the object. The object and the reflection of an image are identical in shape and size.
When an imaginary line is drawn through a shape to make one side of the line a true reflection of the other (and vice versa), the shape is known as symmetrical. Examples of objects in the real world that are symmetrical include snowflakes, the feathers of peacocks, and the wings of butterflies.
Symmetry defines that the shape is identical on both sides when it is divided by a line. The symmetry of different shapes, regular or irregular. Learn about the symmetry of shapes with examples at BYJU’S.
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Oct 31, 2018 · A huge list of ways to play and explore symmetry for kids. You'll find hands on examples, fun art projects, printables and books to make it come alive.
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An explanation of symmetry for primary-school parents with ideas of how cut-out shapes and mirrors can help children find the line of symmetry on a shape.
