Math Pyramid
Math Pyramid
Abi Radit Rangga Kirana A famous example in real life is the Great
Pyramid of Giza in Egypt. This three-
Definition dimensional geometric shape is among the
largest and oldest pyramids existing today.
What Is a Pyramid? Chichen Itza in Mexico is another such
A pyramid is a three-dimensional figure. It example.
has a flat polygon base. All the other faces are
triangles and are called lateral faces. The
number of lateral faces equals the number of
sides on its base. Its edges are the line
segments formed by two intersecting faces.
The vertex is the common point where three or
more edges combine. Except for the base, all
the faces connect at a vertex at the top called
the apex. The apex stands opposite to the base
and provides it a shape.
The net of a square pyramid is
Example of pyramids the horizontal view of the shape where
the faces are flattened or opened out.
The net shows the same number of
faces when it is joined at the apex.