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The shape of the cross section depends on the 3D object being sliced. For example, if you slice through a cylinder horizontally, the cross section would be a circle. If you cut through a cube diagonally, the cross section could be a triangle or a rectangle, depending on the angle of the cut. Thus, the specific 2D shape observed in the cross section varies based on the object's geometry and the orientation of the cut.
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What 2-D shape will you see in the cross section?
triangular prism
How are a cylinder and a triangular prism different?
Both are prisms. A prism is a 3D shape which has a uniform cross section, so anywhere along it's length where you take a slice you always see the same shape. To say which prism you mean we add the name of this cross section 'triangular prism', 'hexagonal prism' etc. We have a special name for a circular prism - a cylinder. Also, a rectangular prism is a cuboid.
Is one plus one really window?
Not actually, People say that for fun. People say that "1+1=" is a window because the numbers and symbols can make a window like shape out of them. . ___ .1 + 1 Do you see it?? ..----- . ___ .| + | The plus sign is the cross section of the window. .------
What 2D shapes make a sphere?
There is no 2D shape that makes a sphere, since a sphere is 3D by definition. The closest thing to a 2D sphere is a circle.
What shape would you see if you opened out the curved surface of a cylinder?
You will see a rectangle
