Reading:
Math Definitions - Letter K
Chapters
Kite
Definition of Kite
A kite is a quadrilateral (4-sided flat shape) which has the following properties:
- It has two pairs of adjacent sides that are equal in length (we can also find two pairs of adjacent sides that have unequal lengths).
- Its diagonals are at right angles to each other.
- One diagonal cuts the other diagonal in half.
- The angles (labelled \(a\) in the picture) between the unequal adjacent sides are equal.
Description
The aim of this dictionary is to provide definitions to common mathematical terms. Students learn a new math skill every week at school, sometimes just before they start a new skill, if they want to look at what a specific term means, this is where this dictionary will become handy and a go-to guide for a student.
Audience
Year 1 to Year 12 students
Learning Objectives
Learn common math terms starting with letter K
Author: Subject Coach
Added on: 6th Feb 2018
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