A star polygon is a type of geometric figure that resembles a star. It is created by connecting non-adjacent points of a regular polygon, such as a triangle or a pentagon, in a specific sequence. The most common star polygons are formed by skipping a certain number of vertices, which can create various star shapes, like the famous five-pointed star. Star polygons are often denoted using the notation n/k, where n is the number of vertices and k is the step size for connecting the points. For example, the 5/2 star polygon connects every second vertex of a 5-sided polygon, resulting in a five-pointed star. These shapes are not only visually appealing but also have applications in art and design.