Definitions
- Describing a shape or object with two sides that are equal in length or size. - Referring to a geometric figure with two sides that are symmetrical. - Talking about a bilateral organism with two sides that are mirror images of each other.
- Describing a shape or object with all sides that are equal in length or size. - Referring to a geometric figure with all sides that are symmetrical. - Talking about a polygon with all sides and angles that are equal.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe shapes or objects with sides that are equal in length or size.
- 2Both words are used in geometry to describe symmetrical figures.
- 3Both words can be used to describe polygons.
What is the difference?
- 1Number of equal sides: Isobilateral refers to shapes with two equal sides, while equilateral refers to shapes with all sides equal.
- 2Symmetry: Isobilateral shapes have only two symmetrical sides, while equilateral shapes have multiple symmetrical sides.
- 3Usage: Isobilateral is less commonly used than equilateral and is often used in biology to describe bilateral organisms, while equilateral is more commonly used in geometry to describe regular polygons.
- 4Connotation: Isobilateral is a more technical term, while equilateral is more commonly used in everyday language.
- 5Examples: Isobilateral is often used to describe leaves or organisms, while equilateral is used to describe shapes and figures in geometry.
Remember this!
Isobilateral and equilateral are both terms used to describe shapes or objects with equal sides. However, the difference between them lies in the number of equal sides and the context in which they are used. Isobilateral refers to shapes with two equal sides, while equilateral refers to shapes with all sides equal. Isobilateral is less commonly used and often used in biology, while equilateral is more commonly used in geometry.
