Face

Definition of  Face

• A face is a flat surface of a three-dimensional figure.

              

Examples of Face

• The figure below shows two of the six faces of a cube.

                  

More about Face

• The surface on the sides of a solid is called a lateral face or lateral surface.

Solved Example on Face

_______ has six rectangular faces.

Choices:  

A. a pyramid

B. a sphere

C. a cone

D. a rectangular prism

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

Step 1: A rectangular prism has six rectangular faces.

                    

Related Terms for Face

• Flat Surface
• Polygon

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