L-tromino

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L-tromino
Rank2
TypeTromino
Elements
Edges2+2+2
Vertices1+1+2+2
Measures (minor edge length = 1)
Area3
Perimeter8
Abstract & topological properties
Flag count12
Euler characteristic0
OrientableYes
Properties
SymmetryA1×I, order 2
ConvexNo

The L-tromino, or V-tromino, is one of two trominos.

It may be considered as an 6-sided figure with sides of lengths 2 and 1, or as a 8-sided figure with colinear edges. The latter is most common when considering tessellations involving the L-tromino as it makes it equilateral.

It is a rep-tile.