Georgia Standards

These are the resources that support this Georgia Standard.

G.MM.1 - Apply mathematics to real-life situations; model real-life phenomena using mathematics.

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Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications--Antiprisms

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications--Antiprisms

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications--Antiprisms

In this video students learn the basics of antiprisms, in the context of New York’s Freedom Tower, which has an antiprism design.

Rectangular Prisms
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications--Pyramid Volume

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications--Pyramid Volume

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications--Pyramid Volume

In this video, students see a derivation of the formula for the volume of a pyramid.

Pyramids
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications--Rectangular Prisms

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications--Rectangular Prisms

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications--Rectangular Prisms

In this video students learn the basics of rectangular prisms, in the context of a New York residential tower: 432 Park Avenue.

Rectangular Prisms
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications--Triangular Prisms

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications--Triangular Prisms

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications--Triangular Prisms

In this video students study a real-world application of triangular prisms: The Flat Iron Building in New York City.

Triangular Prisms
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications--What Are Prisms?

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications--What Are Prisms?

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications--What Are Prisms?

In this video students learn the basics of prisms and anti prisms.

Rectangular Prisms and Triangular Prisms
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: 3D Geometry

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: 3D Geometry

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: 3D Geometry

In this program we explore the properties of three-dimensional figures. We do this in the context of two real-world applications.

3-Dimensional Figures
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: 3D Geometry, Segment 1: Introduction.

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: 3D Geometry, 1

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: 3D Geometry, Segment 1: Introduction.

We visit ancient Greece to learn about the Platonic Solids.

3-Dimensional Figures
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: 3D Geometry, Segment 2: Pyramids

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: 3D Geometry, 2

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: 3D Geometry, Segment 2: Pyramids

Rectangular Prisms. Mayan pyramids are essentially stacks of rectangular prisms.

3-Dimensional Figures and Pyramids
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: 3D Geometry, Segment 3: Cylinders

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: 3D Geometry, 3

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: 3D Geometry, Segment 3: Cylinders

The Shanghai Tower in China is a stack of cylindrical shapes, where each successive layer is a percentage decrease of its lower

3-Dimensional Figures and Cylinders
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Angles and Planes

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Angles and Planes

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Angles and Planes

In this program we explore the properties of angles and planes. We do this in the context of two real-world applications.

Applications of Angles and Planes
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Angles and Planes, Segment 1: Introduction

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Angles and Planes, 1

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Angles and Planes, Segment 1: Introduction

The observatory in Arecibo, Puerto Rico provides astronomers insights into the structure of our solar system.

Applications of Angles and Planes
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Angles and Planes, Segment 2: Angles

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Angles and Planes, 2

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Angles and Planes, Segment 2: Angles

Himeji castle in Japan is a marvel of architecture and a startling example of geometry and military science.

Applications of Angles and Planes
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Angles and Planes, Segment 3: Planes

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Angles and Planes, 3

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Angles and Planes, Segment 3: Planes

In the Canadian Rockies, the Burgess Shale fossils provide a window to prehistoric Earth.

Applications of Angles and Planes
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Area and Volume

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Area and Volume

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Area and Volume

In this program we look at applications of area and volume. We do this in the context of three real-world applications.

Applications of Surface Area and Volume, Surface Area and Volume
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Area and Volume, Segment 1: Volume and Density.

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Area and Volume, 1

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Area and Volume, Segment 1: Volume and Density.

The sinking of the Titanic provides an opportunity to explore volume, density, and buoyancy.

Applications of Surface Area and Volume, Surface Area and Volume
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Area and Volume, Segment 2: Surface Area.

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Area and Volume, 2

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Area and Volume, Segment 2: Surface Area.

The glass-paneled pyramid at the Louvre Museum in Paris is a tessellation of rhombus-shaped glass panels.

Applications of Surface Area and Volume, Surface Area and Volume
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Area and Volume, Segment 3: Ratio of Surface Area to Volume.

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Area and Volume, 3

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Area and Volume, Segment 3: Ratio of Surface Area to Volume.

The Citibank Tower in New York City presents some unique design challenges.

Applications of Surface Area and Volume, Surface Area and Volume
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Circles

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Circles

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Circles

In this program we explore the properties of circles. We do this in the context of two real-world applications.

Applications of Circles and Definition of a Circle
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Circles, Segment 1: The Basics of Circles.

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Circles, 1

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Circles, Segment 1: The Basics of Circles.

We visit Chaco Canyon in New Mexico to explore the circular kivas and in the process discover how circular buildings h

Applications of Circles and Definition of a Circle
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Circles, Segment 2: Circles and Arcs.

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Circles, 2

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Circles, Segment 2: Circles and Arcs.

The Roman Coliseum is a large elliptical structure. Yet, the Romans likely used circular arcs to build it.

Applications of Circles and Definition of a Circle
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Circles, Segment 3: Chords and Inscribed Angles

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Circles, 3

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Circles, Segment 3: Chords and Inscribed Angles

The Roman Pantheon is a domed structure that shows a keen awareness of the position of the sun throughout the yea

Applications of Circles and Definition of a Circle
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Coordinate Geometry

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Coordinate Geometry

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Coordinate Geometry

In this program we look at applications of coordinate geometry. We do this in the context of three real-world applications.

Applications of Coordinate Geometry and Coordinate Systems
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Coordinate Geometry, Segment 1: Longitude and Latitude.

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Coordinate Geometry, 1

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Coordinate Geometry, Segment 1: Longitude and Latitude.

Greenwich, England, is the location of the Prime Meridian and offers a point of departure for a discussio

Applications of Coordinate Geometry and Coordinate Systems
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Coordinate Geometry, Segment 2: Rectangular Coordinates.

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Coordinate Geometry, 2

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Coordinate Geometry, Segment 2: Rectangular Coordinates.

Centuries ago a Spanish galleon, The Atocha, sank off the coast of Florida, taking its gold treasure dow

Applications of Coordinate Geometry and Coordinate Systems
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Coordinate Geometry, Segment 3: Polar Coordinates.

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Coordinate Geometry, 3

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Coordinate Geometry, Segment 3: Polar Coordinates.

The Guggenheim Museum in New York City has a spiral shape that is an example of a polar coordinate graph.

Applications of Coordinate Geometry and Coordinate Systems
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Points and Lines

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Points and Lines

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Points and Lines

In this program we explore the properties of points and lines. We do this in the context of two real-world applications.

Applications of Points and Lines, Definition of a Line and Definition of a Point
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Points and Lines, Segment 1: Introduction

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Points and Lines, 1

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Points and Lines, Segment 1: Introduction

Our understanding of geometry owes much to the ancient Greeks.

Applications of Points and Lines, Definition of a Line and Definition of a Point
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Points and Lines, Segment 2: Points

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Points and Lines, 2

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Points and Lines, Segment 2: Points

Geometric objects are abstractions that seem to have a connection to real world objects.

Applications of Points and Lines
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Points and Lines, Segment 3: Lines

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Points and Lines, 3

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Points and Lines, Segment 3: Lines

Many cities are laid out in a rectangular grid and are examples of intersecting lines and rays.

Applications of Points and Lines, Definition of a Line and Definition of a Point
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Polygons

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Polygons

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Polygons

In this program we explore the properties of polygons. We do this in the context of two real-world applications.

Applications of Polygons
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Polygons, Segment 1: Introduction

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Polygons, 1

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Polygons, Segment 1: Introduction

The Pentagon is one of the most famous polygon-shaped buildings in the world.

Definition of a Polygon and Applications of Polygons
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Polygons, Segment 2: Properties of Polygons

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Polygons, 2

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Polygons, Segment 2: Properties of Polygons

In the ancient city of Marrakesh polygons are on display.

Definition of a Polygon and Applications of Polygons
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Polygons, Segment 3: Composite Figures

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Polygons, 3

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Polygons, Segment 3: Composite Figures

The Petronas Towers in Indonesia provide an opportunity to explore the composite shapes used in the design of the towers.

Definition of a Polygon and Applications of Polygons
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Quadrilaterals

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Quadrilaterals

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Quadrilaterals

In this program we explore the properties of quadrilaterals. We do this in the context of two real-world applications.

Definition of a Quadrilateral and Applications of Quadrilaterals
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Quadrilaterals, Segment 1: Introduction

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Quadrilaterals, 1

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Quadrilaterals, Segment 1: Introduction

Stonehenge is best known as a circular structure.

Definition of a Quadrilateral and Applications of Quadrilaterals
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Quadrilaterals, Segment 2: Squares and Rectangles

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Quadrilaterals, 2

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Quadrilaterals, Segment 2: Squares and Rectangles

Frank Lloyd Wright’s architectural masterpiece Falling Water is also a stunning assembly of quadrilateral shape

Definition of a Quadrilateral and Applications of Quadrilaterals
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Quadrilaterals, Segment 3: Parallelograms and Trapezoids

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Quadrilaterals, 3

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Quadrilaterals, Segment 3: Parallelograms and Trapezoids

The Puerta de Europa towers in Madrid bring parallelograms front and center.

Definition of a Quadrilateral and Applications of Quadrilaterals
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Transformations

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Transformations

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Transformations

In this program we look at applications of transformations. We do this in the context of three real-world applications.

Definition of Transformations and Applications of Transformations
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Transformations, Segment 2: 3D Translations.

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Transformations, 2

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Transformations, Segment 2: 3D Translations.

Cargo ships transport tons of merchandise from one country to another and accounts for most of the global economy.

Definition of Transformations and Applications of Transformations
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Transformations, Segment 3: Rotations, Reflections, and Symmetry.

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Transformations, 3

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Transformations, Segment 3: Rotations, Reflections, and Symmetry.

The Gemini telescope in Hawaii is an example of architecture that moves.

Definition of Transformations and Applications of Transformations
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Transformations, Segment 1: Translations and Rotations.

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Transformations, 3

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Transformations, Segment 1: Translations and Rotations.

Roller coasters provide an ideal opportunity to explore translations and rotations.

Definition of Transformations and Applications of Transformations
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Triangles

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Triangles

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Triangles

In this program we explore the properties of triangle. We do this in the context of two real-world applications.

Definition of a Triangle and Applications of Triangles
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Triangles, Segment 1: Introduction

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Triangles, 1

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Triangles, Segment 1: Introduction

The Bank of China building in Hong Kong is a dramatic example of triangular support.

Definition of a Triangle and Applications of Triangles
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Triangles, Segment 2: Triangles

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Triangles, 2

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Triangles, Segment 2: Triangles

The Eiffel Tower includes quite a number of exposed triangular trusses.

Definition of a Triangle and Applications of Triangles
Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Triangles, Segment 3: Right Triangles

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Triangles, 3

Closed Captioned Video: Geometry Applications: Triangles, Segment 3: Right Triangles

The ancient port city of Corinth in Greece allows us to explore the evolution of sailing.

Definition of a Triangle and Applications of Triangles
Definition--Vector Concepts--Adding Vectors Graphically

Definition--Vector Concepts--Adding Vectors Graphically

Definition--Vector Concepts--Adding Vectors Graphically

This is part of a collection of definitions on the topic of Vectors.

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Vectors
Definition--Vector Concepts--Adding Vectors Represented As Complex Numbers

Definition--Vector Concepts--Adding Vectors Represented As Complex Numbers

Definition--Vector Concepts--Adding Vectors Represented As Complex Numbers

This is part of a collection of definitions on the topic of Vectors.

Vectors
Definition--Vector Concepts--Adding Vectors Represented As Matrices

Definition--Vector Concepts--Adding Vectors Represented As Matrices

Definition--Vector Concepts--Adding Vectors Represented As Matrices

This is part of a collection of definitions on the topic of Vectors.

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Vectors
Definition--Vector Concepts--Adding Vectors Represented As Rectangular Coordinates

Definition--Vector Concepts--Adding Vectors Represented As Rectangular Coordinates

Definition--Vector Concepts--Adding Vectors Represented As Rectangular Coordinates

This is part of a collection of definitions on the topic of Vectors.

Vectors
Definition--Vector Concepts--Adding Vectors Using the Parallelogram Rule

Definition--Vector Concepts--Adding Vectors Using the Parallelogram Rule

Definition--Vector Concepts--Adding Vectors Using the Parallelogram Rule

This is part of a collection of definitions on the topic of Vectors.

Vectors