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Shapes and Patterns

CBSE · Class 5 · Mathematics

Complete topic list for Shapes and Patterns in CBSE Class 5 Mathematics. Key concepts, sub-topics, and what to focus on for board exams.

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4 Topics · CBSE Class 5 Mathematics

Topics in Shapes and Patterns

1

Tiling and Tessellation

  • A regular shape has all sides equal.
  • A regular pentagon is a 5-sided figure with all sides equal.
  • Three regular pentagons placed around a point leave a gap, so regular pentagons do not tessellate.
2

Triangles and Their Properties

  • An equilateral triangle has all three sides equal.
  • Equilateral triangles also have equal angles.
  • An isosceles triangle has exactly 2 equal sides and 2 equal angles.
3

Quadrilaterals and Special Shapes

  • A kite can be made by folding a square piece of paper along a diagonal crease and folding two corners inward.
  • In a kite, Side 1 = Side 2 and Side 3 = Side 4.
  • These equal sides are adjacent sides.
4

Circle Patterns and Designs

  • A circle design can be made by joining points 1 to 11, 11 to 2, 2 to 12, and so on till returning to 1, using points marked 1 to 24.
  • Joining the endpoints of two diameters of a circle forms a quadrilateral.
  • The quadrilateral formed by joining the endpoints of two diameters is usually a rectangle.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Shapes and patterns in geometry

Tiling and tessellationRegular shapesTrianglesQuadrilateralsPatterns and weavingCircle designsCube connectionsShape puzzles

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Shapes and Patterns for CBSE Class 5 Mathematics?
Shapes and Patterns covers several key topics that are frequently asked in CBSE Class 5 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
How to score full marks in Shapes and Patterns — CBSE Class 5 Mathematics?
Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 40 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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