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Dilate a Prism about an Edge

Dilate a Prism about an Edge
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2019-05-08 03:47
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This example demonstrates dilating a prism about an edge. Key mathematical concepts include transformations in solid geometry. Using GeoGebra commands such as Polygon, Prism, and Volume, the example visually illustrates the volume changes of the prism. Suitable for middle school and above students to learn about solid geometry transformations.

GeoGebra Commands & Parameters

  1. Polygon(B, A, D, C) → q1, b, a, d, c
  2. Prism(q1, E) → e, F, edgeAF, edgeDG, edgeCH, edgeEF, edgeFG, edgeGH, edgeEH, G, H, faceABEF, faceADGF, faceCDGH, faceBCHE, faceEFGH, edgeBE_1
  3. Volume(e) → volumee
  4. Point(e) → Pointe