Tessellation

Definition of Tessellation

• The tessellation is a repeating pattern of figures that covers a plane without any gaps or overlaps.

                   

Examples of Tessellation

  

                                        

Solved Example on Tessellation

          Does the figure shown can make up a tessellation?

  

Choices: 

A. No

B. Yes

C. Cannot be determined

D. Possible only sometimes

Correct Answer:  B

Solution:

Step 1: A tessellation can be formed as the sides of the figure shown are congruent.

Step 2: A plane figure is taken. One of the side is cutout and is pasted on the opposite side.

Step 3: The process is repeated on the other side.

     

Step 4: Add interior design to it.

Step 5: The figure is repeated to form a tessellation.

Step 6: So, a tessellation can be formed by the given figure.

                                   

Related Terms for Tessellation     

• Plane
• Figure

                         

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