= Motion (geometry)
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In geometry, "motion" refers to the transformation of a geometric figure in space. This can involve changing the position, orientation, or size of the figure while maintaining its intrinsic properties. The main types of geometric motions include: 1. **Translation**: This involves sliding a shape from one position to another without rotating it or changing its size. Every point in the shape moves the same distance in the same direction.
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