Nets of 3D Shapes - Shape Name to Net Description (Words) (Level 1)

This math topic focuses on identifying the correct nets for various three-dimensional shapes. It covers basic geometric shapes like cubes, cones, cylinders, and different types of prisms (pentagonal, triangular, hexagonal, and rectangular). Each question presents a specific type of 3D shape and multiple choice answers listing possible configurations of the shape's net (composed of different geometric faces). The goal is to match the shape with its accurate net description, facilitating understanding of how 2D shapes combine to form 3D figures, an elementary aspect of geometric classification and spatial visualization.

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Nets of 3D Shapes - Shape Name to Net Description (Words) Worksheet

Math worksheet on 'Nets of 3D Shapes - Shape Name to Net Description (Words) (Level 1)'. Part of a broader unit on 'Geometry - Shape Classification (3D) - Intro' Learn online: app.mobius.academy/math/units/geometry_shapes_3d_classifying_intro/

1

The net for this 3D shape would have what parts?

Triangular Prism

a

2 circles 1 rectangle

b

1 hexagon 6 triangles

c

2 triangles 3 rectangles

2

The net for this 3D shape would have what parts?

Tetrahedron

a

4 triangles

b

6 rectangles

c

1 square 4 triangles

3

The net for this 3D shape would have what parts?

Rectangular Prism

a

6 rectangles

b

8 rectangles

c

2 triangles 3 rectangles

4

The net for this 3D shape would have what parts?

Hexagonal Prism

a

1 square 4 triangles

b

6 squares

c

2 hexagons 6 rectangles

5

The net for this 3D shape would have what parts?

Cube

a

6 squares

b

2 triangles 3 rectangles

c

4 squares

6

The net for this 3D shape would have what parts?

Pentagonal Prism

a

2 triangles 3 rectangles

b

2 pentagons 5 rectangles

c

1 pentagons 5 rectangles

7

The net for this 3D shape would have what parts?

Cone

a

1 circle 1 partial circle

b

2 circles 1 partial circle

c

1 square 4 triangles