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THREE DIMENSIONAL FIGURES

Three-Dimensional Figures

Definition Of Three Dimensional Figures

Three-dimensional figures are those figures that do not lie in a plane

The dimensions of three-dimensional figures are length, width, and height

Examples of Three Dimensional Figures

Video Examples: Names of Three-Dimensional Figures

Solved Example on Three-dimensional Figures

Ques: Which of the three-dimensional figures do not have a polygonal base?

Choices:

A. Figure 1
B. Figure 2
C. Figure 3
D. Figure 1 & Figure 2
Correct Answer: D

Solution:

Step 1: Polygon is a closed figure formed by joining at least 3 line segments. 
Step 2: Figure 1 is a cylinder with circular base. 
Step 3: Figure 2 is a cone with circular base.
Step 4: Figure 3 is a triangular pyramid with triangular base.
Step 5: Circle is not a polygon.
Step 6: So, Figure 1 and Figure 2 do not have polygonal base.

Quick Summary

  • Three-dimensional figures have length, width, and height.
  • They occupy space and don't exist on a flat plane.
  • Examples include cubes, spheres, cones, and cylinders.
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🍎 Teacher Insights

Use real-world objects to demonstrate different 3D shapes. Hands-on activities like building shapes with nets can enhance understanding. Emphasize the difference between 2D representations and actual 3D objects.

🎓 Prerequisites

  • Basic shapes (squares, circles, triangles)
  • Understanding of length, width, and height
  • Basic spatial reasoning

Check Your Knowledge

Q1: Which of the following is NOT a three-dimensional figure?

Q2: A three-dimensional figure has which of the following?

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are the basic dimensions of a 3D figure?
A: The basic dimensions are length, width, and height.

Q: How do 3D figures differ from 2D figures?
A: 3D figures have volume and exist in space, while 2D figures are flat and exist on a plane.

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