Symmetry in Structures

Bilateral Symmetry

This is when both sides of an item(shape or animal) are mirror images of each other

Radial Symmetry

This is when an item (shape or animal) can be divided into two matching halves by many diifferent lines, which all intersect one another at some point in the center.

Symmetry in Structures

Symmetry in structures are used to provide:

  1. Stability
  2. Strength
  3. Efficiency
  4. Economy
  5. Aesthetics
  6. Function