depends on what kind of prism.
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is a prism named according to the shape of its base
Their base shape. For example a rectangular prism has base that is a rectangle. Guess what kind of base shape a triangular prism has? yes, triangle.
It is normally rectangular in shape.
A triangular prism can have a square or triangular base, but faces are normally triangles. (I think)
A hexagonal prism's base is called a hexagonal base. The names of prisms are given according to the shape of their bases. A hexagonal prism has a base that is shaped like a hexagon. Similarly, a pentagonal prism has a pentagonal base.