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Fun with Symmetry

CBSE · Class 4 · Mathematics

Quick revision notes for Fun with Symmetry — CBSE Class 4 Mathematics. Key concepts, formulas, and definitions for last-minute revision.

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Key Topics to Revise

1

What is Symmetry?

  • A shape or design is symmetrical when one half looks exactly like the other half
  • When you fold a symmetrical shape along the line of symmetry, both halves match perfectly
  • Symmetry can be found in nature (leaves, flowers, butterflies) and man-made objects (buildings, rangolis)
2

Lines of Symmetry in Shapes

  • Different shapes have different numbers of lines of symmetry
  • A circle has infinite lines of symmetry
  • A square has 4 lines of symmetry (2 diagonal, 1 vertical, 1 horizontal)
3

Mirror Images and Reflections

  • A mirror placed on the line of symmetry shows the complete shape
  • Some numbers look the same in a mirror: 0, 1, 8
  • Letters like A, H, I, M, O, T, U, V, W, X, Y look the same or similar in mirrors
4

Paper Folding and Cutting

  • When you fold paper and cut it, the cuts appear symmetrically when unfolded
  • One cut on folded paper creates two symmetric cuts when opened
  • The position of cuts depends on where you fold the paper

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An imaginary line that dividesShapes that can be divided intoWhen a mirror is placed alongA technique where paper is foldedArranging shapes or tiles to completely

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