Geometric construction ii
BASIC SCIENCE JSS2 first term
Sub-Theme: Safety
WEEK 8
Geometric construction II
Performance objectives
Students should be able to:
- Use appropriate instrument to divide a circle into equal parts.
- Use appropriate instrument to draw a tangent and normal to a given circle and two equal circles
Content
Geometric Construction
What is geometric construction? It is the drawing of lines, angles, and shapes using only a pen or pencil, compass, and a straight edge. There are no numbers you have to deal with.
Why is this useful? It is useful when you have to draw lines and angles without measuring anything. And if you are an artist, this is a handy skill to have to ensure that any lines or angles that you copy are exactly the same.
Tools Needed
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