Rectangular Prism

A rectangular prism is a three-dimensional shape that has six faces, all of which are rectangles. It is also known as a rectangular solid.

Properties of a Rectangular Prism

• It has 6 faces, 12 edges, and 8 vertices.
• The opposite faces of a rectangular prism are congruent and parallel.
• It has three pairs of congruent faces.
• The length, width, and height of a rectangular prism can be different.
• The volume of a rectangular prism is given by the formula: V = length x width x height
• The surface area of a rectangular prism is given by the formula: SA = 2lw + 2lh + 2wh

Examples of Rectangular Prisms

Here are some everyday objects that can be represented as rectangular prisms:

• Book
• Box
• Refrigerator
• Room
• Building

Study Tips

To understand rectangular prisms better, you can:

1. Visualize different rectangular prisms using objects around you.
2. Practice calculating the volume and surface area of rectangular prisms using different dimensions.
3. Use graph paper to draw and measure the dimensions of rectangular prisms.
4. Look for real-life examples of rectangular prisms in your surroundings.