Differentia between compass and protractor
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A compass is for drawing circles, while a protractor is for measuring angles.
A compass and a protractor are both essential tools in geometry, but they serve different purposes:
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Compass:
- Used to draw circles or arcs.
- It has two arms: one with a pointed end for the center and the other with a pencil for drawing.
- It helps in measuring distances and creating equal segments.
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Protractor:
- Used to measure angles in degrees.
- It is a flat, semi-circular tool marked with degree measurements from 0° to 180°.
- It helps in constructing angles and determining the size of angles in geometric figures.
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