Identifying 3D Nets

Front

What is a net in geometry?

Back

A net is a two-dimensional shape that can be folded to form a three-dimensional solid.

Front

Name a common 3D shape that can be represented by a net.

Back

Cube, rectangular prism, cylinder, cone, pyramid.

Front

How many faces does a cube have?

Back

A cube has 6 faces.

Front

What is the difference between a prism and a pyramid?

Back

A prism has two parallel bases that are congruent, while a pyramid has one base and triangular faces that meet at a point.

Front

What is the net of a rectangular prism composed of?

Back

The net of a rectangular prism consists of 6 rectangles.

Front

How can you identify a cylinder from its net?

Back

A cylinder's net consists of 2 circles (the bases) and 1 rectangle (the curved surface).

Front

What does the net of a cone look like?

Back

The net of a cone consists of 1 circle (the base) and 1 sector (the curved surface).

Front

What is the purpose of using nets in geometry?

Back

Nets help visualize and understand the surface area and structure of 3D shapes.

Front

How many edges does a triangular prism have?

Back

A triangular prism has 9 edges.

Front

What is the net of a pyramid composed of?

Back

The net of a pyramid consists of a polygonal base and triangular faces.