Project C06 - Platonic Solids

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1. Give a clear and concise definition of each of the following words or phrases.

   • Simple closed surface
   • Solid
   • Polyhedron
   • Prism
   • Pyramid
   • Convex polyhedron
   • Regular polyhedron
   • Platonic solid

2. Draw a sketch or describe an example of each object listed above.
3. Write a short essay about the Platonic solids. Be sure to discuss the types of Platonic solids, their histories, and examples from science and nature. Also include any interesting trivia you become aware of.
4. Construct the Platonic solids. Patterns or ``nets'' can be found in many places, such as the website Polyhedra in the Classroom.

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On 26 May 2000, 08:37.