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triangles are the second strongest shape next to the arch

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Q: How are triangles used in engineering?
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What can isosceles triangles be used in?

Isosceles triangles can be used in domes


How triangles used in science?

Triangles are an important part of mathematics (there is a whole branch of mathematics devoted to the study of triangles, called trigonometry) and mathematics is the language of science.


Can Pythagorean Theorem be used on all types of triangles?

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If it is in the form of two inverted triangles, then there are 8 triangles. If only the outline is used, there are 0 triangles.


What is the definition for the word trigometry?

I believe you were going for Trigonometry. * (from the Greek trigonon = three angles and metro = measure) is a part of elementary mathematics dealing with angles, triangles. * the part of math to do with the sides and angles of triangles. Used in navigating, surveying and engineering. * Study of the Relationships of Lines & Angles in the Triangle.


How triangles used in daily life?

Aren't triangles structurally strong? So they are used in bridges and architechture.


If a geometric pattern has 17 triangles and squares with a total of 64 sides How many triangles were used?

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Why are triangles used in a hearst?

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