Geometry Terminology

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What is a point in geometry?

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A point is an object that has no dimension and is usually represented with a dot that identifies an exact location in space.

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What is a line in geometry?

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A line is a straight one-dimensional figure that extends infinitely in both directions, having no endpoints.

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What is a line segment?

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A line segment is a part of a line that is bounded by two distinct endpoints.

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What does the symbol '≅' represent in geometry?

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The symbol '≅' means 'congruent', indicating that two figures have the same shape and size.

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What does the term 'congruent' mean?

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Congruent means that two figures have the same shape and size.

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What is the formula for the area of a triangle?

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What is the Pythagorean theorem?

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What is a polygon?

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A polygon is a closed figure formed by a finite number of line segments connected end to end.

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What is the difference between similar and congruent figures?

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Similar figures have the same shape but not necessarily the same size, while congruent figures have the same shape and size.