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, revealing its internal structure.

Front

What shape is the cross section of a triangular prism?

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Triangle

Front

What shape is the cross section of a cube?

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Square

Front

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

Back

Circle

Front

What shape is the cross section of a rectangular prism?

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Rectangle

Front

What is the cross section of a cone when cut horizontally?

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Circle

Front

What shape is the cross section of a sphere?

Back

Circle

Front

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

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Polygon (the same shape as the base, but smaller).

Front

What is a horizontal cross section?

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A horizontal cross section is a cut made parallel to the ground, showing the shape of the object at that level.

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What is a vertical cross section?

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A vertical cross section is a cut made perpendicular to the ground, showing the shape of the object from the side.