Monday, February 8, 2010

Extra Credit!

Today, we determined some formulas for determining the number of faces, edges, and vertices for any PRISM. If the shape is an N-ogonal Prism (a prism in which the top and bottom faces have N number of sides), then the shape will have N+2 faces, Nx3 edges, and Nx2 vertices.

For extra credit, come up with similar formulas for determining the number of faces, edges, and vertices for any PYRAMID. You should have three formulas all together. Also include a chart like the one we made in class to demonstrate that your answer is correct, using examples, like the Triangular Pyramid, Square Pyramid, and Hexagonal Pyramid shown below.




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