Google Earth Voyager Story: The Mathematics of Pyramids, Part 2

Topic

Geometric Models

Description

This continuation of the lesson on pyramids delves deeper into their geometric properties and significance, as viewed through Google Earth. Students can explore more complex aspects of pyramid geometry, such as volume, surface area, and symmetry. Google Earth aids in this exploration by providing detailed views of pyramids, allowing students to analyze their design and construction. This hands-on approach helps students understand the mathematical principles that underpin these ancient structures, reinforcing their knowledge of geometric modeling. For a complete collection of these Google Earth applications related to Geometric Modeling click on this link: Google Earth Voyager Story Collection.

Viewing Media4Math Stories on Google Earth

These Google Earth Voyager Stories are also available on Google Earth. Best viewed in Chrome, click on the links below to view these dynamic stories using Google's technology:

• Architectural Prisms, Part 1
• Architectural Prisms, Part 2
• Architectural Prisms, Part 3
• Circular Structures, Part 1
• Circular Structures, Part 2
• Polygon Architecture, Part 1
• Polygon Architecture, Part 2
• Quadrilateral Structures I
• Quadrilateral Structures II
• The Geometry of Castles
• The Geometry of City Planning, Part 1
• The Geometry of City Planning, Part 2
• The Geometry of Sustainable Architecture, Part 1
• The Geometry of Sustainable Architecture, Part I1
• Triangular Structures
• The Mathematics of Pyramids, Part 1
• The Mathematics of Pyramids, Part 2