The center of gravity is also called the center of mass.The center of gravity is the point at which an object can be balanced. In the photo, a line has been added to show the center of gravity of the system (chairs + the lady). The center of gravity is also the center of mass […]
Making Möbius Strips
Each diagram on this page gives instructions for making a special curvy circle that will be used in a magic demonstration. When you have made the three Möbius strips, instructions for using them in a magic of science demonstration can be found HERE Strip #2Directions for making the magic strips. Notice that for each step […]
Lines of Symmetry
I love making paper designs by cutting piece out of folded paper. If the paper is folded into equal parts, the design formed is a symmetrical figure, such as the paper cut-out shown. The original piece of paper was folded in half twice. The first fold was from top to bottom and the second fold […]
Symmetrical Figures
A symmetrical figure is an object that can be divided in half and each half is a mirror image of the other. Your hands are mirror image of each other. This means that they are alike but in reverse. Discover for Yourself Place the palms of your hands together. Note how your fingers perfectly fit […]