3-D Shapes, Nets & Cross Sections

Front

What is a 3-D shape?

Back

A three-dimensional shape is an object that has depth, width, and height, making it occupy space.

Front

Name a common 3-D shape with 6 square faces.

Back

Cube.

Front

What is a net in geometry?

Back

A net is a two-dimensional representation of a three-dimensional shape that can be folded to form the shape.

Front

What 3-D shape has a circular base and a single vertex?

Back

Cone.

Front

What is the cross section of a shape?

Back

A cross section is the intersection of a solid and a plane, showing a two-dimensional shape.

Front

What shape is formed when you slice a cube horizontally?

Back

Square.

Front

Identify the 3-D shape with two parallel circular bases and a curved surface.

Back

Cylinder.

Front

What is the difference between a rectangular prism and a cube?

Back

A cube has all sides of equal length, while a rectangular prism has different lengths for its sides.

Front

What 3-D shape has triangular bases and three rectangular faces?

Back

Triangular Prism.

Front

What is the cross section of a triangular prism when cut parallel to the base?

Back

Triangle.