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2D and 3D Cut out shapes

2 dimensions (2D) is what you see on paper, TV and your phone. It is anything that can extend in the X and Y direction. 3
dimensions is what you see in real life, things that have depth and extend in 3 directions, (X,Y and Z). Here we will look at
surface area and volume of 2D and 3D shapes.

Fill out the table below of using the shapes attached to the back. Cut them out, measure the surface area and volume,
glue them together to make the 3D shape, then find the surface area and volume again. Do not count the flaps when
getting the surface area and volume.

Show your calculations!

Shape name: Sketch Surface Area (cm2) Volume (cm3)
Reflection Questions:

What is something you notice about 2D and 3D shapes?

What is something you wonder about 2D and 3D shapes?

What is the difference between a 2D and 3D shape?

To measure a 2D shape we use different units than a 3D shape. What are the units and why are they different?

Can a 2D shape have a volume? Why or why not?

What is the difference in surface area between a 2D and 3D shape?

How did transforming 2D shapes into 3D shapes affect their surface area and volume?