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Google Earth Voyager Story: The Mathematics of Pyramids, Part 1

Google Earth Voyager Story: The Mathematics of Pyramids, Part 1

In this Google Earth Voyager story visit pyramids around the world and learn about the geometry of pyramids. In this lesson, visit the pyramids of Giza and learn about the properties of pyramids. In particular, see the derivation of the formula for the volume of a pyramid.

This is part of a collection of Google Earth Voyager Stories that use Google's mapping technology to explore relevant math stories. To see the complete collection of the Google Earth Voyager Stories, click on this link.

Note: The download is the teacher's guide.

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:

Common Core Standards CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSG.GMD.A.3, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSG.GMD.A.1, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.7.G.A.3
Grade Range 6 - 10
Curriculum Nodes Geometry
    • 3D Geometry
        • Pyramids
Copyright Year 2020
Keywords pyramid, square pyramid, volume, 3d Geometry