Prism

Definition of Prism

· A prism is a polyhedron consisting of two parallel, congruent faces called bases.

More about Prism

· A prism is named by the shape of its base.

· Triangular Prism: A Prism with triangular bases is a Triangular Prism.

· Rectangular Prism: A Prism with rectangular bases is a Rectangular Prism.

· Cube: A prism with square bases is a cube. All six faces of a cube are squares.

· Pentagonal Prism: A Prism with pentagonal bases is a Pentagonal Prism.

· Hexagonal Prism: A Prism with hexagonal bases is a Hexagonal Prism.

· Octagonal Prism: A Prism with octagonal bases is an Octagonal Prism.

Examples of Prism

The following figure shows a few prisms:

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