Using and applying knowledge of the properties of 3D shapes

Using and applying knowledge of the properties of 3D shapes

Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. In this lesson, we will identify the names and properties of a range of 3D shapes. We will apply this understanding to real world 3D based problem solving.

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5 Questions

Q1.
What is the definition of an 'edge' of a 3-D shape?
An edge is a corner.
An edge is the longest length on the shape.
Correct answer: An edge is where two faces of the 3-D shape meet.
An edge makes up one surface of a 3-D shape.
Q2.
What is the definition of a 'vertex'?
Correct answer: A vertex is the corner point where edges meet.
A vertex is the longest length on the shape.
A vertex is where two faces of the 3-D shape meet.
A vertex makes up one surface of a 3-D shape.
Q3.
Which of the following shapes has 6 faces and 8 vertices?
Correct answer: Cuboid
Cylinder
Sphere
Square-based pyramid
Q4.
What is the difference between a cube and a cuboid?
A cube has fewer edges than a cuboid.
A cube is always larger than a cuboid.
Correct answer: A cuboid has faces which are rectangular whereas a cube has faces which are square.
A cuboid is always larger than a cube.
Q5.
Which of the following 3-D shapes is the same shape as a tin of soup?
Cone
Correct answer: Cylinder
Sphere
Triangular prism

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UnitMaths / 3D Shape