Solid Figures
• Understanding and Describing Three-
Dimensional Shapes
• Mathematics 6
Objectives
• Demonstrate understanding of solid figures.
• Construct and describe the different solid
figures: cube, prism, pyramid, cylinder, cone,
and sphere.
• Visualize and describe the properties of each
solid figure.
What are Solid Figures?
• Solid figures are three-dimensional objects
that have length, width, and height. They
occupy space and can be found in everyday
objects.
Properties of Solid Figures
• Faces – flat surfaces of a solid figure.
• Edges – line segments where two faces meet.
• Vertices – points where two or more edges
meet.
• Base – the face on which the figure rests.
Cube
• A cube has 6 square faces of equal size.
• It has 8 vertices and 12 edges.
• Examples: Rubik’s cube, dice, building blocks.
Prism
• A prism has 2 parallel bases connected by
rectangular faces.
• The shape of the base determines the type of
prism (triangular, rectangular, etc.).
• Examples: Toblerone box, tent, aquarium.
Pyramid
• A pyramid has one base and triangular faces
that meet at one vertex.
• The base can be square, rectangular, or
triangular.
• Examples: Egyptian pyramid, roof structure.
Cylinder
• A cylinder has two circular bases and one
curved surface.
• It has no vertices and no edges.
• Examples: Cans, pipes, candles.
Cone
• A cone has one circular base and one vertex.
• It has one curved surface and no edges.
• Examples: Party hat, ice cream cone, traffic
cone.
Sphere
• A sphere is a perfectly round three-
dimensional object.
• It has no faces, edges, or vertices.
• Examples: Globe, ball, planet Earth.
Summary
• Solid figures are three-dimensional shapes
with faces, edges, and vertices.
• Common types: Cube, Prism, Pyramid,
Cylinder, Cone, and Sphere.
• Each has unique properties and can be
observed in everyday life.