3D Shapes

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What is a 3D shape?

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A 3D shape is a solid figure that has three dimensions: length, width, and height.

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What is a triangular prism?

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A triangular prism is a 3D shape with two triangular bases and three rectangular faces.

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What is a rectangular prism?

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A rectangular prism is a 3D shape with two rectangular bases and four rectangular faces.

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What is a pyramid?

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

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What is a face of a 3D shape?

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A face is a flat surface on a 3D shape.

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What is an edge of a 3D shape?

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An edge is a line segment where two faces meet.

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What is a vertex of a 3D shape?

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A vertex is a point where three or more edges meet.

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What do you call a 3D shape with two parallel matching bases?

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A prism.

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What is the difference between a prism and a pyramid?

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A prism has two parallel bases, while a pyramid has one base and triangular faces.

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Can a 3D shape have curved surfaces?

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Yes, shapes like cylinders and spheres have curved surfaces.