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Triangles The Building Blocks of Geometry

This document explores the properties, classifications, and applications of triangles, highlighting their significance in geometry. It covers types of triangles based on sides and angles, the Pythagorean Theorem, and formulas for calculating area and perimeter. Additionally, it discusses the real-world applications of triangles in various fields such as architecture, engineering, and art.

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Triangles The Building Blocks of Geometry

This document explores the properties, classifications, and applications of triangles, highlighting their significance in geometry. It covers types of triangles based on sides and angles, the Pythagorean Theorem, and formulas for calculating area and perimeter. Additionally, it discusses the real-world applications of triangles in various fields such as architecture, engineering, and art.

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Triangles: The Building Blocks

of Geometry
Welcome to our journey into the fascinating world of triangles! Today, we'll
explore these fundamental shapes and discover their properties,
classifications, and real-world applications. Get ready to unlock the secrets
of geometry!

by Anirudh Sisodia
What Exactly is a Triangle?
A triangle is a polygon with three straight sides and three
vertices (corners). It's the simplest possible polygon, but don't
let its simplicity fool you 3 triangles are everywhere and vital to
many fields!

The sum of the interior angles of any triangle is always 180


degrees. This is a fundamental property you'll use often.
Classifying Triangles by Sides
Equilateral Triangle
All three sides are equal in length, and all three angles are 60
degrees.

Isosceles Triangle
Two sides are equal in length, and the angles opposite those sides
are also equal.

Scalene Triangle
All three sides have different lengths, and all three angles have
different measures.
Classifying Triangles by Angles
Beyond sides, triangles can be categorised by their angles.
This classification helps us understand their shape and
properties even further.

Acute Triangle: All three interior angles are less than 90


degrees.

Right Triangle: Has exactly one angle that measures 90


degrees (a right angle).
Obtuse Triangle: Has exactly one interior angle that is
greater than 90 degrees.
The Pythagorean Theorem: For Right Triangles
Only!
For any right-angled triangle, the square of the hypotenuse (the side opposite the right angle) is equal to the sum of the squares of
the other two sides. This is known as the Pythagorean Theorem: a2 + b2 = c2.

This theorem is super important for finding unknown side lengths in right triangles and has countless applications in construction
and navigation.
Area of a Triangle: How Much Space Does it Cover?
The area of a triangle is the amount of two-
dimensional space it occupies. It's calculated
using a simple formula:

1
Area = × base × height
2
Here, 'base' is any side of the triangle, and
'height' is the perpendicular distance from the
opposite vertex to that base.
Perimeter of a Triangle: The Distance Around
The perimeter of a triangle is the total length of its three sides. It's like walking around the edge of the triangle and measuring the
total distance covered.

Perimeter = Side 1 + Side 2 + Side 3

Knowing the perimeter is useful in many real-world scenarios, such as fencing a triangular plot of land.
Triangle Congruence: Are
They Identical?
SSS (Side-Side-Side)
If all three sides of one triangle are equal to the corresponding
three sides of another triangle.

SAS (Side-Angle-Side)
If two sides and the included angle of one triangle are equal to
two sides and the included angle of another triangle.

ASA (Angle-Side-Angle)
If two angles and the included side of one triangle are equal to
two angles and the included side of another triangle.

AAS (Angle-Angle-Side)
If two angles and a non-included side of one triangle are equal
to two angles and the corresponding non-included side of
another triangle.
Real-World Applications of Triangles

Triangles are not just abstract concepts; they are everywhere in the real world!

Architecture & Construction: Triangular shapes provide stability and strength to buildings, bridges, and roofs.
Engineering: Used in designing everything from bicycle frames to complex machinery.

Navigation: Essential for calculating distances and positions using triangulation.


Art & Design: Many artists and designers use triangles for their visual appeal and dynamic properties.
Key Takeaways & Next Steps
1 Understand the Basics
Remember that triangles have three sides and three angles, always summing to 180 degrees.

2 Master Classifications
Be able to identify triangles by their sides (equilateral, isosceles, scalene) and angles (acute, right, obtuse).

3 Apply Formulas
Practise using the Pythagorean Theorem for right triangles and the area formula for all triangles.

4 Recognise Congruence
Learn the different criteria (SSS, SAS, ASA, AAS) to determine if two triangles are identical.

5 Observe & Connect


Start noticing triangles in your everyday life and think about their purpose!

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