Classifying 3D Shapes

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What is a cone?

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A cone is a three-dimensional shape that has a circular base and a single vertex (point) at the top, tapering smoothly from the base to the vertex.

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What is a cube?

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A cube is a three-dimensional shape with six equal square faces, twelve equal edges, and eight vertices.

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What is a pyramid?

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A pyramid is a three-dimensional shape with a polygonal base and triangular faces that meet at a single point (the apex).

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What is a rectangular prism?

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A rectangular prism is a three-dimensional shape with six rectangular faces, twelve edges, and eight vertices.

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What shapes make up a cone?

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A cone is made up of a circle (base) and a triangle (when viewed from the side).

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What shapes make up a cube?

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A cube is made up of six squares.

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What is a hexagonal pyramid?

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A hexagonal pyramid is a three-dimensional shape with a hexagonal base and six triangular faces that meet at a single apex.

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What is a solid figure?

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A solid figure is a three-dimensional shape that occupies space and has volume.

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What is the difference between a square and a rectangle?

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A square is a rectangle with all sides of equal length, while a rectangle has opposite sides that are equal in length.

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How many faces does a cube have?

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A cube has six faces.