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Topic: 2D Representations of 3D Shapes; Drawing and Constructing Shapes; Loci (Higher - Unit 3)

Specification References: G2.4

G2.4 Use 2D representations of 3D shapes.


Candidates should be able to:

  • use 2D representations of 3D shapes
  • draw nets and show how they fold to make a 3D solid
  • know the terms face, edge and vertex (vertices)
  • identify and name common solids, for example cube, cuboid, prism, cylinder, pyramid, sphere and cone
  • analyse 3D shapes through 2D projections and cross-sections, including plan and elevation
  • understand and draw front and side elevations and plans of shapes made from simple solids, for example a solid made from small cubes
  • understand and use isometric drawings