An explanation of how to build a frustum (a cone with the tip cut off).
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Ask Dr. Math
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A helpful scientific calculator that runs in your web browser window.
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Holt Online Learning
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This tutorial takes students through detailed examples and explanations of finding the surface area and volume of solid figures.
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Think Quest
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Shows 3-D diagram of the 4 types of conic sections. Explains how to use determinant to establish the type of section.
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Spark Notes
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Formulas related to pyramids and frustums.
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Ask Dr. Math
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Given the drawings of several 3-dimensional shapes identify the names of each. Answers included.
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Math-Drills.com
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This site goes over some common pyramids and then shows the number of faces, vertices and edges. Interactive Video!
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Interactives: Geometry 3D Shapes
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Powerpoint about pyramids and cones
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World of Teaching
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This site disucsses the important parts of cones and pyramids (lateral face, bace, slant height, altitude height) and provides formulas for finding the surface area and volume of each. There are also practice problems with solutions for the user to try on his/her own.
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Algebra Lab
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