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Mathematics

Mathematics in architecture can easily be seen through symmetry. Lines of symmetry exist in architecture as order. Symmetry makes a building aesthetically pleasing and follows geometries. Lines of symmetry revolve around an axis. In math symmetry is shown based on the reflection over the x or y-axis. A well-designed plan can be divided vertically or horizontally and have the same reflection. This design is popular in historical buildings from the gothic and renaissance.

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