Cross Sections

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What is a cross section?

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A cross section is a shape that is obtained by cutting through an object, typically perpendicular to its length.

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CCSS.7.G.A.3

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

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Rectangle

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CCSS.7.G.A.3

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What shape does the cross section of a sphere make?

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Circle

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CCSS.7.G.A.3

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

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Circle

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CCSS.7.G.A.3

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What shape does the cross section of a triangular prism make?

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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 cube when cut horizontally?

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Square

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CCSS.7.G.A.3

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What shape will the vertical cross-section of a cone 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 rectangular prism when cut vertically?

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Rectangle

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CCSS.7.G.A.3

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What shape does the cross section of a cylinder make when cut 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 pyramid when cut horizontally?

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Polygon (specifically a smaller polygon similar to the base).

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CCSS.7.G.A.3