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MathXplosion, Ep 10: What is the strongest shape?

Video MathXplosion, Ep 10: What is the strongest shape?

TLF ID M024946

Are triangles really the strongest shapes ever? If so, why? Learn how and why right-angled and equilateral triangles have been used in engineering, architecture and design through the ages.

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Year level

7; 8; 9

Topics Shapes (Geometry) Trigonometric ratios Polygons Distance Ratios Pythagoras´ theorem Similarity (Geometry)
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  • Mathematics

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