Cross Sections

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What is a cross section?

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A cross section is the shape that is exposed when an object is cut through, typically perpendicular to its longest axis.

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CCSS.7.G.A.3

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What shape is the cross section of a cylinder when cut horizontally?

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Circle

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CCSS.7.G.A.3

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What shape is the cross section of a rectangular prism when cut vertically?

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Rectangle

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CCSS.7.G.A.3

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What is the vertical cross-section of a cone?

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Triangle

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CCSS.7.G.A.3

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What shape will the horizontal cross-section of a sphere be?

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Circle

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CCSS.7.G.A.3

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If you slice a cube diagonally, what shape will the cross section be?

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Triangle

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CCSS.7.G.A.3

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

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Triangle

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CCSS.7.G.A.3

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What shape results from slicing a rectangular pyramid horizontally?

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Rectangle

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CCSS.7.G.A.3

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What is the cross section of a square pyramid when cut vertically through the apex?

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Triangle

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CCSS.7.G.A.3

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What shape is formed when a cylinder is sliced parallel to its base?

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Circle

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CCSS.7.G.A.3