Mathematics for IGCSE & O level - Mensuration (Section 6 - No. 21)

What is the key difference between a 2D and a 3D shape?

2D shapes have area, 3D shapes have volume

3D shapes are flat, 2D shapes take up space.

2D shapes have volume, 3D shapes have area.

2D shapes are hollow, 3D shapes are solid.

2D shapes are flat and have area, 3D shapes have depth and volume.