PLTW Lesson 2

The process of creating a solid model or 3D object using a modeling and design application on a computer.

• modeling

• sketching

• solid modeling

A process that uses a computer to assist in designing something, such as a part, circuit, or building.

• solid modeling

• CAD (computer Aided design)

• modeling

• sketching

When a transformation is moved in Tinkercad.

• transition

• transparent

• translation

• scale

To change the size of an object in Tinkercad.

• duplicate

• translate

• transform

• scale

A solid modeling design method where an object is created by adding volume to a smaller object.

• additive method

• subtractive method

• translation

• transformation

A solid modeling design method where an object is created by subtracting volume from a larger object.

• additive method

• subtractive method

• translation

• transition

The amount of space, measured in cubic units, that an object or substance fills.

• volume

• length

• mass

• matter

The total area of the surface of a three-dimensional object.

• volume

• mass

• matter

• surface area

The space of a two-dimensional surface or region measured in squared units.

• area

• surface area

• volume

birds who prefer a shelter in an enclosed space to make a nest, lay eggs, and raise young.

• cavity nesting birds

• flightless birds

• toucans