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Shapes Around Us (3D Shapes)

CBSE · Class 2 · Mathematics

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Topics in Shapes Around Us (3D Shapes)

1

What are 3D Shapes?

  • 3D shapes are solid shapes that take up space
  • We can hold them in our hands and feel them
  • They have three dimensions: length, width, and height
2

Parts of 3D Shapes

  • Every 3D shape has three main parts: faces, edges, and corners
  • Faces are the flat surfaces of a 3D shape
  • Edges are the lines where two faces meet
3

Common 3D Shapes

  • Cube: A box shape with 6 square faces, 12 edges, and 8 corners (like a dice)
  • Cuboid: A rectangular box with 6 rectangular faces, 12 edges, and 8 corners (like a matchbox)
  • Cylinder: A round shape with 2 circular faces and 1 curved surface (like a can)
4

3D Shapes in Daily Life

  • Musical instruments have different 3D shapes: drums (cylinder), tabla (cylinder), guitar (complex shape)
  • Kitchen items: plates (cylinder), bowls (hemisphere), spoons (complex curved shapes)
  • Toys: balls (sphere), building blocks (cubes/cuboids), toy cars (complex shapes)

Key Concepts

These are shapes that have lengthThe flat surfaces of a 3DThe lines where two faces meetThe points where edges meetCube (like dice)

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Shapes Around Us (3D Shapes) covers several key topics that are frequently asked in CBSE Class 2 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
How to score full marks in Shapes Around Us (3D Shapes) — CBSE Class 2 Mathematics?
Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 45 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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