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Tessellation | 
Definition of tessellation:
A pattern made of identical polygons:
• the polygons must fit together without any gaps
• the polygons should not overlap
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Regular Polygon | 
Irregular Polygon | 
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Salzman, L., (1990).  Cool Tessellations.  Creative activities that make math and science fun for kids!  P6-7) | |
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Look to the right to see an example of  a tessellation  | 
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