Math III Flashcard 3: M1T2L2-3 (Cross Sections and Patterns)

Front

What is the cross section of a rectangular prism when sliced parallel to the base?

Back

Rectangle

Front

Can a cross section of a cylinder ever be a triangle?

Back

No

Front

What shape is formed by slicing a cube perpendicular to any face?

Back

Square

Front

What is the cross section of a cone when sliced horizontally?

Back

Circle

Front

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

Back

Triangle

Front

What shape is formed by slicing a cylinder vertically?

Back

Rectangle

Front

What is the cross section of a sphere?

Back

Circle

Front

What is the cross section of a pyramid when sliced parallel to the base?

Back

Trapezoid

Front

What is the cross section of a cone when sliced vertically through the apex?

Back

Triangle

Front

What is the cross section of a rectangular pyramid when sliced parallel to the base?

Back

Trapezoid