Framework for Learning:
Surface Area of Cubes
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Getting Started:
Log into UMATH X
From the menu on the left:
Hover over the Strand: Measurement & Geometry
Hover over Section 7: Solids…Volumes and Surface Area
Hover over the Lesson: Surface Area of a Solid
Hover over the Sub Lesson: Surface Area of Cubes
Select and complete the Sub Sub Lessons: Example 1
Example 2
As you work through the lessons, complete the corresponding notes and equations below.
Example 1
Draw a sketch of the net of the cube in the space provided below. Label the length of
one side. Color the faces that represent the total surface area red.
Total Surface Area = __________, where s is the length of one side.
= _____ (______)² = _____ (______) = ______ cm²
Example 2
Draw a sketch of the net of the cube in the space provided below. Label the length of
one side. Color the faces that represent the lateral surface area orange.
Lateral Surface Area = __________, where s is the length of one side.
= _____ (______)² = _____ (______) = ______ cm²
Working In It:
Calculate the lateral surface area and the total surface area for each of the following. Justify your
answers with a formula and an equation. Show all work. Label all answers.
5 cm
1.5 in
Lateral Surface Area
Lateral Surface Area
Formula: __________________________
Formula: __________________________
Equation: _________________________
Equation: _________________________
Lateral SA = _____________________
Lateral SA = _____________________
Total Surface Area
Total Surface Area
Formula: __________________________
Formula: __________________________
Equation: _________________________
Equation: _________________________
Total SA = _____________________
Total SA = _____________________
Reflect And Connect:
Compare and contrast the processes for calculating total surface area or lateral surface area of
cubes. Discuss your observations with a partner. Write a summary of your discussion below.
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