Parallel Lines

More Alphabet Geometry:

What can you learn by looking at the letter H?

When we take out the line in the middle of the H, we see two lines that are the same distance apart and run forever but never INTERSECT, or meet.
Therefore...
When you look at the letter H, you see parallel lines, or lines that never intersect.

Parallel lines in depth

Parallel lines are everywhere!
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Are there other letters with parallel lines?

Each of the letters below has a set of parallel lines. Look closely at them and then see if you can identify the parallel lines in each. If you need help, go back and look at the H at the top of the page. After you think you have identified them, click the orange button and the lines will be revealed.

Quick Quiz

True or False? Parallel lines are lines that meet at a 90º angle.

True

False

How many sets of parallel lines does the letter H have?