Jim Claude Joven

Geometry is concerned with properties of space that are related with distance, shape, size, and
relative position of figures. A mathematician who works in the field of geometry is called a geometer.
Geometry is a branch of mathematics that studies the sizes, shapes, positions angles and dimensions of
things. Flat shapes like squares, circles, and triangles are a part of flat geometry and are called 2D shapes.
These shapes have only 2 dimensions, the length and the width. But it also deals with single dimensional
as well as three dimensional figures and points, and their relations and underyling principles.

Geometry has many practical uses in everyday life, such as measuring circumference, area and
volume, when you need to build or create something.

Geometric shapes also play an important role in common recreational activities, such as video
games, sports, quilting and food design. Without geometry, engineers and architects wouldn't be able to
design and construct houses, buildings, cars and tools that make life easier and more enjoyable.

Geometry allows you to determine how much material you need to complete a project. For
example, you must calculate the perimeter of your yard to determine how much fencing you need or
calculate the surface area of your walls to determine how much paint you need. Engineers, architects and
builders use geometry to calculate area and volume before they install in-ground pools or build houses
and other structures. Geometric awareness, such as the use of shapes, lines and figures, is necessary to
create layouts and designs for school projects, such as poster board displays or electronic presentations.