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DIFFERENT TYPES OF ANGLES

The angle is the inclination of one line to another. In geometry, angles are classified according to the properties of the intersecting lines.

Angles are formed when two lines or rays “intersect” at an iota. Angles are generally measured in radians and degrees which is a calculation of rotation or circularity. Angles are an essential part of day-to-day life. Architects and engineers use angles in the work effectively of designing sporting, buildings, and roads facilities. There are two parts of angels such as the vertex and the arms. The types and properties of angles will be defined in this study. There is effective usage of angles in every work in terms of calculating the measurements accurately and efficiently.     

Angles, their types, and their properties  

There are mainly six different angles in geometry such as:

  • “Acute angle” with the measure of “less than 90o and greater than 0o”
  • “Right angle” with the measure of  “90o”
  • “Obtuse angle” with the measure of “less than 180o and greater than  90o”
  • “Straight angle” with the measure of  “180o”
  • “Reflex angle” with the measure of  “less than  360o and greater than  180o”
  • “Complete angle” with the measure of “equal to 360o”

Protractors assist in measuring an angle accurately and efficiently. These are required for maintaining the efficiency in measuring any distance. Protractors can be defined as a translucent tool that helps in measuring angles effectively in degrees. An angle with the measurement of 90o can be defined as a right angle and it can be observed easily as the form of this angle relies on the shape of the alphabet letter L. Straight angle can be defined as a straight line. There are also two types of other angles based on the direction of rotation or direction of measurements such as negative angles and positive angles.

Positive angles turned from the ground in the direction anti-clockwise. On the other hand, negative angles turned from the ground in the direction clockwise. On the concept of supplementary angles, there are mainly two angles that are seen for instance, non-adjacent angles, and adjacent angles. Adjacent angles generally have a common corner point (vertex) and a common side that are not overlapped. Non-adjacent angles generally do not have any common vertex but may or may not have a common side. There are multiple types of non-adjacent angles such as vertical angles, corresponding angles, alternate exterior angles, alternate interior angles, and so on.

Definition and usage of angles

Angles can be defined as an effective and efficient tool and there are multiple uses of angles in daily life for efficient measurement. The definition of angle is that angles are formed at the moment two lines or rays “intersect” at the point of their intersection. There are multiple uses of angles in terms of running every activity smoothly as well as measuring any concept or subject accurately. Accuracy plays a critical role in every work activity in terms of getting a positive outcome. For instance, engineers generally use angle measurements in the construction of buildings, monuments, bridges, and houses. Carpenters generally use the measuring devices of angle for instance protractors during making any furniture. 

The architects and engineers can face different challenges in constructing buildings, building dams, roads, manufacturing machines without the usage of angles. Athletes also use angles in their daily life in terms of their performance. People can find angles in multiple places for instance wheels, cycle spokes, edge of tables, and pyramids. 

     Angles are used to define and study polygons like quadrilaterals, triangles, etc. and using protractors can bring accuracy in this work. There is a requirement for effective knowledge regarding the types and properties of angles. Angles and lines are involved in every aspect of the daily lives of people. Efficiency is required in the activities of angles for maintaining accuracy in calculating, drawing, and measuring angles. Effective and efficient knowledge and skills of angle can help people in understanding the world. People use angles in different activities every day for instance in building slides and throwing baseballs. Angles can be used in different work activities in terms of calculating distances accurately and getting a positive outcome. 

Conclusion 

Based on the above discussion it can be concluded that angels play a critical role in the daily activities of people. There are multiple angles seen for instance acute angles, right angles, obtuse angles, straight angles, reflex angles, and complete angles. There are different properties in the angle. The definition and the usage of angles have been described effectively in this study. Architects, athletes, and engineers use angles in their daily activities in terms of improving their performance and completing every activity effectively.

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