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A tessellation of a flat surface is the tiling of a plane using one or more geometric shapes, called tiles, with no overlaps and no gaps. In mathematics, tessellations can be generalized to higher dimensions and a variety of geometries. A periodic tiling has a repeating pattern. Tessellations have several historical and geographical connections. In Isfahan, Iran there are examples of mosaic tilework and tilework incorporating calligraphy within their architecture. In Spain and Islamic architecture in the Middle East have interesting historical connections. Because of the strict injunctions against such depictions of humans or animals which might result in idol-worship, Islamic art developed a unique character, utilizing a number of geometric tessellations within them. …show more content…
Such as tiles on ceilings and floors, honeycombs in a beehive, brick walls, and checker boards. To create my project I used a curvy type shape all around that is very intricate no polygons were used. I first traced half the shape onto a paper then cut out that shape and taped it onto the opposite side going the same direction. I did this process twice until all sides could fold onto each other. There is one line of symmetry within my final

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