Math Definitions - Letter S
Chapters
Spiral
Definition of Spiral
A spiral is a curve that winds around a central point, either getting gradually further away, or gradually closer to the central point.
Spirals occur in nature, like in this nautilus shell. New fern leaves form a spiral that gradually uncurls as they grow.
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 S
Author: Subject Coach
Added on: 5th Feb 2018
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