A net is the shape that is formed by “unfolding” a three-dimensional figure. The net shows all the faces that make up the surface of the figure.
Nets are often used to construct 3D figures, and you may have had the chance to make some already. If not you can check out the investigation where you can make a variety of nets for different solids.
Identify the base
Unfold the four sides that are adjacent to the base
The two red end pieces,
the front and
the back.
the last step is to place the top piece
it could be attached to the front,
or either the edge pieces or the back
This applet is really cool as it shows you the whole process for creating and unfolding a net.
Based on the net, classify the following solid:
Triangular Prism
Square Pyramid
Square Prism
Triangular Pyramid
Which of the following is not the net of a cube?