Use the following Media4Math resources with this Illustrative Math lesson.
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Definition--Circle Concepts--Circle | CircleTopicCircles DefinitionA circle is a set of all points in a plane equidistant from a given point, the center. DescriptionThe circle is one of the most fundamental shapes in geometry, characterized by its symmetry and uniformity. It is used extensively in various fields, including engineering, design, and astronomy, where its properties are applied to create wheels, gears, and orbits. Mathematically, a circle is defined by its center and radius, and its equation in a plane is (x − h)2 + (y − k)2 = r2 |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Circle Inscribed in a Square | Circle Inscribed in a SquareTopicCircles DefinitionA circle inscribed in a square touches all four sides of the square at exactly one point each. |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Circle Inscribed in a Triangle | Circle Inscribed in a TriangleTopicCircles DefinitionAn inscribed circle in a triangle is tangent to each of the triangle's sides. |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Circles on a Coordinate Plane | Circles on a Coordinate PlaneTopicCircles DefinitionCircles on a coordinate plane are defined by their center coordinates and radius. DescriptionUnderstanding circles on a coordinate plane is essential for analyzing geometric shapes in a mathematical context. This concept is widely used in computer graphics, navigation systems, and physics simulations, where precise positioning and movement of circular objects are required. The standard equation of a circle in the coordinate plane is (x − h)2 + (y − k)2 = r2 |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Circular Arc | Circular ArcTopicCircles DefinitionA circular arc is a portion of the circumference of a circle. DescriptionCircular arcs are segments of a circle's circumference, used extensively in design, architecture, and engineering to create curved structures and paths. The length of an arc is determined by the central angle and the circle's radius, calculated using the formula L = rθ |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Circular Composite Figures | Circular Composite FiguresTopicCircles DefinitionCircular composite figures are shapes that include circles or parts of circles combined with other geometric figures. |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Circular Cross-Sections | Circular Cross-SectionsTopicCircles DefinitionCircular cross-sections are the intersections of a plane with a solid that result in a circle. |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Circular Functions | Circular FunctionsTopicCircles DefinitionCircular functions are trigonometric functions that relate angles to ratios of sides in a right triangle. |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Circular Models | Circular ModelsTopicCircles DefinitionCircular models are representations of circular phenomena using mathematical equations and diagrams. |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Circular Numerical Models | Circular Numerical ModelsTopicCircles DefinitionCircular numerical models use numerical methods to analyze and simulate circular phenomena. |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Circumcenter of Triangle | Circumcenter of TriangleTopicCircles DefinitionThe circumcenter of a triangle is the point where the perpendicular bisectors of the sides intersect, equidistant from the vertices. |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Circumference | CircumferenceTopicCircles DefinitionThe circumference of a circle is the distance around the circle, calculated as C = 2πr. DescriptionThe circumference is a fundamental concept in geometry, representing the perimeter of a circle. It is widely used in fields such as engineering, design, and manufacturing, where precise measurements of circular objects are required. The formula C = 2πr |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Circumscribed Angle | Circumscribed AngleTopicCircles DefinitionA circumscribed angle is an angle formed outside a circle by two intersecting tangents. |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Concentric Circles | Concentric CirclesTopicCircles DefinitionConcentric circles are circles that share the same center but have different radii. |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Diameter | DiameterTopicCircles DefinitionThe diameter of a circle is a line segment that passes through the center and has its endpoints on the circle, calculated as D = 2πr. DescriptionThe diameter is a fundamental concept in geometry, representing the longest distance across a circle. It is widely used in fields such as engineering, design, and manufacturing, where precise measurements of circular objects are required. The formula D = 2πr |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Equation of a Circles | Equation of a CircleTopicCircles DefinitionThe equation of a circle in a plane is (x − h)2 + (y − k)2 = r2, where (h , k) is the center and r is the radius. |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Hexagon Inscribed in a Circle | Hexagon Inscribed in a CircleTopicCircles DefinitionA hexagon inscribed in a circle is a six-sided polygon where each vertex touches the circle. |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Incenter of a Triangle | Incenter of a TriangleTopicCircles DefinitionThe incenter of a triangle is the point where the angle bisectors intersect, equidistant from the sides. |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Inscribed Angle | Inscribed AngleTopicCircles DefinitionAn inscribed angle is an angle formed by two chords in a circle that share an endpoint. |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Inscribed Angle Theorem | Inscribed Angle TheoremTopicCircles DefinitionThe inscribed angle theorem states that an inscribed angle is half the measure of the central angle that subtends the same arc. |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Point of Tangency to a Circle | Point of Tangency to a CircleTopicCircles DefinitionThe point of tangency is the point where a tangent line touches the circle. |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Radius of a Circle | Radius of a CircleTopicCircles DefinitionThe radius of a circle is a line segment from the center to any point on the circle. |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Ratio of Circumference to Diameter | Ratio of Circumference to DiameterTopicCircles DefinitionThe ratio of the circumference to the diameter of a circle is the constant π. |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Secant to a Circle | Secant to a CircleTopicCircles DefinitionA secant is a line that intersects a circle at two points. DescriptionSecants are significant in geometry, representing lines that intersect a circle at two distinct points. These lines are used in various applications, such as in design and architecture, where precise measurements of angles and distances are essential. In mathematics, secants are explored in the context of circle theorems, providing insights into the properties of lines and circles. In education, understanding secants helps students develop geometric reasoning and problem-solving skills, which are essential for advanced studies in geometry and trigonometry. |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Sector | SectorTopicCircles DefinitionA sector is a portion of a circle enclosed by two radii and the arc between them. DescriptionSectors are fundamental in the study of circles, representing a portion of the circle's area. These shapes are used in various applications, such as in design and architecture, where precise measurements of angles and areas are essential. The area of a sector is calculated using the formula A = 1/2r2θ |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Square Inscribed in a Circle | Square Inscribed in a CircleTopicCircles DefinitionA square inscribed in a circle has its vertices touching the circle. |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Tangent Circles | Tangent CirclesTopicCircles DefinitionTangent circles are two or more circles that intersect at exactly one point. |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Tangent Line | Tangent LineTopicCircles DefinitionA tangent line is a straight line that touches a circle at exactly one point. |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Triangle Inscribed in a Circle | Triangle Inscribed in a CircleTopicCircles DefinitionA triangle inscribed in a circle has its vertices on the circle. |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Circle Concepts--Unit Circle | Unit CircleTopicCircles DefinitionThe unit circle is a circle with a radius of one, centered at the origin of the coordinate plane. |
Definition of a Circle | |
Definition--Geometry Basics--Antiprism | AntiprismTopicGeometry Basics DefinitionA polyhedron with two parallel faces and other faces that are triangular. DescriptionAn antiprism is a type of polyhedron that has two parallel faces connected by an alternating band of triangles. This geometric shape is significant in advanced geometry and has applications in fields such as crystallography and molecular chemistry. Understanding antiprisms helps in comprehending the properties of polyhedra and their role in three-dimensional space. For example, the volume of an antiprism can be calculated using specific geometric formulas, making it a useful concept in various scientific and mathematical applications. |
3-Dimensional Figures | |
Definition--Geometry Basics--Prism | PrismTopicGeometry Basics DefinitionA prism is a solid shape with two parallel, congruent bases connected by rectangular or parallelogram faces. DescriptionPrisms are significant in the study of three-dimensional shapes. They have a uniform cross-section, allowing for easy calculations of volume and surface area. The volume can be calculated with the formula V = B⋅h where B is the area of the base and h is the height. Prisms are commonly encountered in real-world applications such as packaging and structural designs, making them an essential concept in geometry. |
3-Dimensional Figures | |
Formulas--Surface Area of a Cube | Formulas--Surface Area of a Cube
The formula for the Surface Area of a Cube. This is part of a collection of math formulas. To see the complete collection of formulas, click on this link. Note: The download is a JPG file.Related ResourcesTo see resources related to this topic click on the Related Resources tab above. |
Surface Area | |
Formulas--Surface Area of a Rectangular Prism | Formulas--Surface Area of a Rectangular Prism
The formula for the Surface Area of a Rectangular Prism. This is part of a collection of math formulas. To see the complete collection of formulas, click on this link. Note: The download is a JPG file.Related ResourcesTo see resources related to this topic click on the Related Resources tab above. |
Surface Area | |
Geometry Applications Teachers Guide: 3D Geometry | Geometry Applications Teachers Guide: 3D Geometry
This is the Teacher's Guide that accompanies Geometry Applications: 3D Geometry. This is part of a collection of teacher's guides. To see the complete collection of teacher's guides, click on this link. Note: The download is a PDF file.Related ResourcesTo see resources related to this topic click on the Related Resources tab above. |
Applications of 3D Geometry | |
Google Earth Voyager Story: Architectural Prisms, Part 1 | Google Earth Voyager Story: Architectural Prisms, Part 1TopicGeometric Models |
Triangular Prisms | |
Google Earth Voyager Story: Architectural Prisms, Part 2 | Google Earth Voyager Story: Architectural Prisms, Part 2TopicGeometric Models |
Rectangular Prisms | |
Google Earth Voyager Story: Architectural Prisms, Part 3 | Google Earth Voyager Story: Architectural Prisms, Part 3
In this Google Earth Voyager story visit architectural landmarks in New York City to learn about the geometry of prisms. In this lesson, visit the Freedom Tower in Lower Manhattan and learn about antiprisms. Then build a scale model of the Freedom Tower. This is part of a collection of Google Earth Voyager Stories that use Google's mapping technology to explore relevant math stories. To see the complete collection of the Google Earth Voyager Stories, click on this link. Note: The download is the teacher's guide.Viewing Media4Math Stories on Google EarthThese Google Earth Voyager Stories are also available on Google Earth. Best viewed in Chrome, click on the links below to view these dynamic stories using Google's technology: |
3-Dimensional Figures | |
Google Earth Voyager Story: Polygon Architecture, Part 1 | Google Earth Voyager Story: Polygon Architecture, Part 1TopicGeometric Models |
Applications of Polygons | |
Google Earth Voyager Story: Polygon Architecture, Part 2 | Google Earth Voyager Story: Polygon Architecture, Part 2TopicGeometric Models |
Applications of Polygons | |
Instructional Resource--Geometric Construction--Constructing an Egg Shape | Instructional Resource | Geometric Construction | An Egg Shape
In this instructional resource, we show the steps in constructing an egg shape. In the process, students learn about using common points of tangency to create smooth curves from two different shapes. This activity can be done with pencil, compass, ruler, and grid paper. —PRESS PREVIEW TO VIEW THE ACTIVITY— To see the complete collection of Instructional Resource, click on this link. |
Geometric Constructions with Circles | |
INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Algebra Application: Interior Angles of a Polygon | In this Slide Show, apply concepts of linear functions to the context of the interior angles of a polygon. Note: The download is a PPT file. |
Definition of a Polygon | |
INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Math Examples 1 | INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Math Examples--Circular Area and Circumference
This set of tutorials provides 23 examples of solving for the area and circumferences of circles and sections of circles. This is part of a collection of math examples for a variety of math topics. To see the complete collection of these resources, click on this link. Note: The download is a PPT file.Library of Instructional ResourcesTo see the complete library of Instructional Resources , click on this link. |
Area and Circumference | |
INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Math Examples 37 | INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Math Examples--Polygon Classification
This set of tutorials provides 36 examples of how to classify polygons based on side and angle characteristics. This is part of a collection of math examples for a variety of math topics. To see the complete collection of these resources, click on this link. Note: The download is a PPT file.Library of Instructional ResourcesTo see the complete library of Instructional Resources , click on this link. |
Definition of a Polygon | |
INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Math Examples 42 | INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Math Examples--Quadrilateral Area and Perimeter
This set of tutorials provides an overview of the 24 worked-out examples that show how to calculate the area and perimeter of different quadrilaterals. This is part of a collection of math examples for a variety of math topics. To see the complete collection of these resources, click on this link. Note: The download is a PPT file.Library of Instructional ResourcesTo see the complete library of Instructional Resources , click on this link. |
Area and Perimeter of Quadrilaterals | |
INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Math Examples 43 | INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Math Examples--Quadrilateral Classification
This set of tutorials provides 34 examples of the types of quadrilaterals and how to classify quadrilaterals based on the sides and angles. This is part of a collection of math examples for a variety of math topics. To see the complete collection of these resources, click on this link. Note: The download is a PPT file.Library of Instructional ResourcesTo see the complete library of Instructional Resources , click on this link. |
Definition of a Quadrilateral | |
INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Math Examples 55 | INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Math Examples--Surface Area
This set of tutorials provides an overview of the 24 worked-out examples that show how to calculate the surface area of different three-dimensional figures. This is part of a collection of math examples for a variety of math topics. To see the complete collection of these resources, click on this link. Note: The download is a PPT file.Library of Instructional ResourcesTo see the complete library of Instructional Resources , click on this link. |
Surface Area | |
Instructional Resource: TI-Nspire Activity: Constructing and Measuring the Area of a Polygon | In this TI-Nspire Activity, use the Geometry Tools to construct a regular polygon and measure its area using the apothem-perimeter formula. Note: The Preview is a Google Slide Show and the download is a PPT. Subscribers to Media4Math can download resources. To see the complete collection of TI graphing calculator resources, click on this Link. |
Geometric Constructions with Polygons | |
Interactive Crossword Puzzle--Circles | Interactive Crossword Puzzle--Circles
This interactive crossword puzzle tests knowledge of key terms on the topic of circles. This is part of a collection of math games and interactives. To see the complete collection of the games, click on this link. Note: The download is the teacher's guide.Related ResourcesTo see additional resources on this topic, click on the Related Resources tab. |
Definition of a Circle | |
Math Clip Art--Angle Illustrations--Adjacent Angles--Labeled | Math Clip Art--Angle Illustrations--Adjacent Angles--Labeled
This is part of a collection of clip art images showing different types of angles. Each type of angle measure includes a labeled and unlabeled version. |
Angles and Applications of Angles and Planes |