In this cross sections worksheet, students explore and develop an understanding of how planes intersect 3D shapes to create cross sections.
In Section A, they are introduced to cross sections formed by planes that are either perpendicular or parallel to the base of various 3D shapes. Students must first identify the correct 2D shape that represents the cross section created by the plane and then sketch their own representations, enhancing their spatial reasoning skills.
Section B focuses on prisms, asking students to determine which 3D shapes are classified as prisms by examining their constant cross sections, which must be polygons. This section encourages students to think critically about the properties of prisms and how cross sections differ between various solids.
