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Hands-On Discovery of Mirror Planes

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Deborah A. Moore

Department of Mathematics, University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez, PR 00681-9019

José E. Cortés-Figueroa

Department of Chemistry, University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez, PR 00681-9019

J. Chem. Educ., 2001, 78 (1), p 49

DOI: 10.1021/ed078p49

Publication Date (Web): January 1, 2001

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History, Education, and Documentation

Abstract

Pattern blocks and mirrors can identify mirror planes in geometrical figures. With them students can construct, develop, and explain concepts of symmetry elements. Blocks and mirrors can be purchased inexpensively and provide the opportunity for hands-on experiences.

Keywords (Audience):

Second-Year Undergraduate

Keywords (Domain):

Laboratory Instruction

Keywords (Pedagogy):

Hands-On Learning / Manipulatives

Keywords (Subject):

Group Theory / Symmetry

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