Loci and Constructions (Edexcel GCSE Maths): Flashcards
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Locus definition
Locus definition
Line/region with all points satisfying a rule/condition
Plural of locus
Plural of locus
Loci
Number of main loci types
Number of main loci types
Four
Circle locus represents
Circle locus represents
Fixed distance from a point
Sausage locus represents
Sausage locus represents
Fixed distance from a line
Angle bisector locus represents
Angle bisector locus represents
Equidistant from two lines
Perpendicular bisector locus represents
Perpendicular bisector locus represents
Equidistant from two points
What angle bisector does to angle
What angle bisector does to angle
Splits it into two equal parts
How to create angle
How to create angle
Bisect a angle
How to create angle
How to create angle
Bisect a angle
What two perpendiculars create
What two perpendiculars create
Parallel lines (perpendicular to perpendicular = parallel)
Key rule for compass setting in construction
Key rule for compass setting in construction
Keep it consistent throughout
Tool NOT to use for geometric constructions
Tool NOT to use for geometric constructions
Protractor
Why keep construction marks visible
Why keep construction marks visible
Evidence of proper method for examiners
What construction uses
What construction uses
Properties of equilateral triangle