Circle Theorems Flashcards

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What are the circle theorems relating to tangents

A

The angle between a tangent and a chord is equal to the angle in the alternate segment.

Two tangents from the same point are equal in length.

A tangent meets a radius at 90 degrees.

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What is the circle theorem relating to triangles

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A triangle formed by 2 radii and a chord is an isosceles.

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Circle theorem relating to the angle at the centre

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The angle at the centre is twice the angle at the circumference.

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Circle theorem relating to semi circles

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The angle in a semicircle is a right angle
(separated by diameter)

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Circle theorem relating to segments

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Angles in the same segment are equal

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Circle theorem relating to quadrilaterals

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Opposite angles in a cyclic quadrilateral add up to 180 degrees.

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Circle theorem relating to perpendicular lines

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Perpendicular lines from the centre bisect the chord.

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