The 3-Pyramid Theorem

Behold: 3 Pyramids perfectly completing a Square Prism

Transformation

At 0%: The 3 colored pyramids join to form a perfect solid square prism.

Detach: See how each pyramid has the exact same base area and height.

Mathematical Law

Theorem
VPrism = 3 × VPyramid
V = ⅓(Base × h)
Rotate to see the perfect fit at 0%

Knowledge Check

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