Class 8 NCERT Solutions Chapter 10 Visualising Solid Shapes Exercise 10.2 (original) (raw)
Last Updated : 23 Jul, 2025
Chapter 10 of the Class 8 NCERT Mathematics textbook titled "Visualizing Solid Shapes" delves into the three-dimensional world of geometry. This chapter is essential for the students to understand and visualize various solid shapes such as cubes, spheres, and cones and their properties. Exercise 10.2 is designed to enhance students' ability to visualize and interpret solid shapes from different perspectives which is crucial for solving problems related to geometry.
Visualizing Solid Shapes
In this chapter and exercise, students explore the concepts of three-dimensional geometry by focusing on visualizing and understanding solid shapes. Exercise 10.2 specifically aims to develop skills in identifying and interpreting the features of the various solids. Understanding these concepts is important not only for grasping the fundamentals of geometry but also for preparing for exams where visualizing shapes and solving related problems often play a significant role.
Question 1. Look at the given map of a city
Answer the following.
(a) Colour the map as follows: Blue-water, red-fire station, orange-library, yellow- schools, Green - park, Pink - College, Purple - Hospital, Brown - Cemetery.
(b) Mark a green ‘X’ at the intersection of Road ‘C’ and Nehru Road, Green ‘Y’ at the intersection of Gandhi Road and Road A.
(c) In red, draw a short street route from Library to the bus depot.
(d) Which is further east, the city park or the market?
**Answer: City Park
(e) Which is further south, the primary school or the Sr. Secondary School?
**Answer: Sr. Secondary School
Question 2. Draw a map of your classroom using proper scale and symbols for different objects.
Question 3. Draw a map of your school compound using proper scale and symbols for various features like playground main building, garden etc.
Question 4. Draw a map giving instructions to your friend so that she reaches your house without any difficulty.
