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.

Front

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

Back

Circle

Front

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

Back

Circle

Front

What shape does the cross section of a cube make when cut vertically?

Back

Square

Front

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

Back

Triangle

Front

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

Back

Circle

Front

What is the cross section of a rectangular prism when cut vertically?

Back

Rectangle

Front

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

Back

Square or Triangle, depending on the height of the cut.

Front

What is a horizontal cross section?

Back

A horizontal cross section is a slice taken parallel to the base of an object.

Front

What is a vertical cross section?

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A vertical cross section is a slice taken perpendicular to the base of an object.