Spelling Word List: Sneaky shape and space

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10 key maths words on shape and space.

	parallel	A trapezoid or trapezium is a type of quadrilateral with at least one pair of parallel sides.
	isosceles	Isosceles literally means equal legged and isosceles triangles have two sides the same length. *
	alternate	If you spot a z shape on a pair of parallel lines, then you will be able to find a pair of alternate angles, which are equal. *
	corresponding	Corresponding angles are equal and we can spot the matching angles by looking for an f shape on parallel lines. *
	angles	Please do not confuse angles, which are measured in degrees, with shining beings with halos and wings. *
	symmetry	Butterflies are a beautiful example of symmetry in nature. *
	obtuse	An obtuse angle is more than 90 degrees, but less than 180 degrees. *
	circumference	The circumference of a circle is the distance round the outside. *
	quadrilateral	The only regular quadrilateral is a square, because all of its angles are the same and the four sides are equal lengths. *
	perpendicular	A perpendicular bisector is a line that cuts another in half, crossing it at right angles. *

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