Cross Sections

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What is a cross section?

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A cross section is the shape that is obtained when a solid is cut through by a plane.

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CCSS.7.G.A.3

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What shape is the cross section of a right triangular prism when cut perpendicular to the bases?

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The shape of the cross section is a rectangle.

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CCSS.7.G.A.3

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What shape will the vertical cross-section of a cube be?

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Square.

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CCSS.7.G.A.3

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What is the result of slicing a rectangular pyramid perpendicular to the base?

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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 horizontally?

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Circle.

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CCSS.7.G.A.3

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

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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 parallel to the base?

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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 sphere?

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Circle.

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CCSS.7.G.A.3

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What is the cross section of a triangular prism when cut perpendicular to the bases?

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Triangle.

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CCSS.7.G.A.3

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What shape is formed by slicing a square pyramid horizontally?

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Square.

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CCSS.7.G.A.3