Classify 3D Figures (Math TEKs 3.6A)

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What is a 3D figure?

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A 3D figure is a shape that has three dimensions: length, width, and height. Examples include cubes, spheres, and cylinders.

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CCSS.2.G.A.1

CCSS.1.G.A.1

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What is a prism?

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A prism is a 3D figure with two identical bases connected by rectangular faces. Examples include rectangular prisms and triangular prisms.

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CCSS.2.G.A.1

CCSS.1.G.A.1

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What is a cube?

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A cube is a special type of prism where all six faces are squares.

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CCSS.2.G.A.1

CCSS.1.G.A.1

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What is a cylinder?

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A cylinder is a 3D figure with two circular bases connected by a curved surface.

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CCSS.2.G.A.1

CCSS.1.G.A.1

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What is a sphere?

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A sphere is a perfectly round 3D figure where every point on the surface is the same distance from the center.

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CCSS.2.G.A.1

CCSS.1.G.A.1

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What is a pyramid?

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A pyramid is a 3D figure with a polygonal base and triangular faces that meet at a point called the apex.

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CCSS.2.G.A.1

CCSS.1.G.A.1

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What is the difference between a prism and a pyramid?

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A prism has two identical bases, while a pyramid has one base and triangular faces that meet at a point.

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CCSS.2.G.A.1

CCSS.1.G.A.1

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What are vertices?

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Vertices are the points where two or more edges meet in a 3D figure.

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CCSS.6.G.A.4

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What are edges?

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Edges are the line segments where two faces of a 3D figure meet.

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CCSS.6.G.A.4

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What are faces?

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Faces are the flat surfaces that make up a 3D figure.

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CCSS.6.G.A.4