Geometry (2D & 3D shapes): Crystal Match

Further Challenges

• How might you order the different crystal types?
• How might you sort the different crystal types? Can a partner work out how the crystal types were sorted?
• Imagine that a new type of crystal shape has just been discovered. Can you make a 3-D sketch of it? What will you call it?
• Using straws and pipe cleaners, see if you can make an accurate model of one of the 6 crystal types featured in the lesson.