2D and 3D shapes

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What is a 2D shape?

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A 2D shape is a flat figure that has only two dimensions: length and width. Examples include squares, circles, and triangles.

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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. Examples include cubes, spheres, and pyramids.

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Can you name a 2D shape with three sides?

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A triangle is a 2D shape with three sides.

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What is the difference between 2D and 3D shapes?

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2D shapes are flat and have only length and width, while 3D shapes have depth in addition to length and width.

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What is a square?

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A square is a 2D shape with four equal sides and four right angles.

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What is a circle?

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A circle is a 2D shape where all points are the same distance from the center.

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What is a cube?

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A cube is a 3D shape with six equal square faces.

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What is a sphere?

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A sphere is a 3D shape that is perfectly round, like a ball, with all points on the surface equidistant from the center.

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Can you name a 3D shape with a circular base?

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

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What is a rectangle?

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A rectangle is a 2D shape with four sides, where opposite sides are equal and all angles are right angles.