Mathematics GCSE
right angle
What right angle means in Mathematics GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of right angle
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
An angle of exactly 90°, formed by perpendicular lines.
Topics that use right angle
- Geometry and measures - Properties and constructions (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
Related terms
- Alternate segment
- Angle properties
- Angle properties in circles
- Arc
- centre
- Chord
- Circumference
- Congruence and similarity
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