Rotation and Inclination of Solids (Leaving Cert DCG): Flashcards

3D shapes with surfaces parallel to principal planes

Show true shape of rotated/inclined surfaces

Solid turned around axis whilst in same plane

Solid tilted at angle to a principal plane

Front elevation, end elevation, plan view

Foreshortened or distorted shapes

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Triangular pyramid with 4 triangular faces

When parallel to principal planes

Straight line from apex to base circumference