Question

1. what defines a tessellation?

a. a design found only in nature
b. a pattern that covers a surface with overlaps
c. a pattern that covers a surface completely without gaps or overlaps
d. a pattern with large gaps

Explanation:

A tessellation is a pattern formed by repeating a shape so that there are no gaps or overlaps. Option a is incorrect as tessellations can be man - made. Option b is wrong because there should be no overlaps in a tessellation. Option d is incorrect as there should be no gaps.

Answer:

C. A pattern that covers a surface completely without gaps or overlaps