Nets and Cross Sections

Front

What is a net in geometry?

Back

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

Front

What is a cross section?

Back

A cross section is the intersection of a solid and a plane, showing a two-dimensional shape that represents a slice of the solid.

Front

Can a cross section of a cylinder be triangular?

Back

No, a cross section of a cylinder cannot be triangular; it can only be circular or elliptical.

Front

What shape results from slicing a rectangular pyramid parallel to the base?

Back

Rectangle.

Front

What shape will the angled cross-section of a rectangular pyramid be?

Back

Trapezoid.

Front

What is the cross section of a cube?

Back

The cross section of a cube can be a square.

Front

What is the net of a rectangular prism?

Back

The net of a rectangular prism consists of six rectangles.

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 cross section of a sphere?

Back

The cross section of a sphere is a circle.

Front

What is a triangular prism?

Back

A triangular prism is a three-dimensional shape with two triangular bases and three rectangular faces.