Space Figures, Nets & Space Figures, Nets & DiagramsDiagrams

Objectives: To identify nets of space figuresTo make isometric drawings of space figures

A two-dimensional pattern that you can fold to form a three-dimensional figure.

Space Figures and NetsSpace Figures and Nets

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Net:_____________________________________________________________________

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Example 1: Example 1: Identifying a Identifying a NetNet

Is this pattern a net for a square prism? If so, name the letters that will appear on opposite faces.

B D E F

C

AOpposite faces:

Need a little more practice envisioning the net for a 3D solid?

Example 2: Example 2: Drawing a Drawing a NetNet

Draw a net for graham cracker box. Label the net with its dimensions.

20 cm

7 cm 14 cm

KEY: 1.______________2.____________________________

Checking for Understanding: Draw the net for the triangular prism.

Check your answer here.

Example 3: Example 3: Drawing an Orthographic View of a Net

One-dimensional:

Two-dimensional: Box

Orthographic view: 3-dimensional drawing of the top view, front view, and right side view.

Guided Activity:

Print your isometric paper.Improve your skills by playing this online game.

Final Check For Understanding

Reassemble the rectangular prism at the right. Determine it’s a. total surface area, and b. volume.

Take the online quiz.