2D and 3D Shapes

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What is a 2D shape?

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A 2D shape is a flat shape that has only two dimensions: length and width. Examples include circles, squares, and triangles.

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What is a 3D shape?

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A 3D shape is a solid shape that has three dimensions: length, width, and height. Examples include cubes, spheres, and pyramids.

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Can you name a 2D shape with three sides?

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A triangle is a 2D shape with three sides.

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What do we call a 2D shape with four equal sides?

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A square is a 2D shape with four equal sides.

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What is the difference between a circle and a square?

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A circle is round and has no corners, while a square has four straight sides and four corners.

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How many faces does a cube have?

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A cube has 6 faces.

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What shape is a basketball?

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A basketball is a sphere.

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What do we call a 3D shape with a circular base and a pointed top?

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A cone is a 3D shape with a circular base and a pointed top.

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Can you name a 3D shape that has 5 faces?

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A pyramid has 5 faces: 1 square base and 4 triangular faces.

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What is the term for the flat surfaces of a 3D shape?

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The flat surfaces of a 3D shape are called faces.