Shape

A shape is a two-dimensional area that is defined by edges and vertices. It can be geometric, such as squares, circles, and triangles, or free-form, such as clouds, trees, and animals. Shapes are all around us and can be found in nature, art, and everyday objects.

Geometric Shapes

Geometric shapes are precise and are often studied in mathematics. They include:

• Square: A square has four equal sides and four right angles.
• Circle: A circle is a set of all points in a plane that are at a given distance from a given point, called the center.
• Triangle: A triangle has three sides and three angles.
• Rectangle: A rectangle has four sides with opposite sides being equal and four right angles.

Properties of Shapes

Shapes have various properties that can be studied, such as:

• Area: The measurement of the inside of a shape, usually in square units.
• Perimeter: The distance around the outside of a shape.
• Vertices: The corners of a shape where the edges meet.
• Edges: The lines where two sides of a shape meet.

Understanding shapes and their properties is important in many fields, including mathematics, art, architecture, and design.