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Understanding Perfect Cubes
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Today, we are diving into what makes a perfect cube. Can anyone tell me an example of a perfect cube?
Is 27 a perfect cube?
Great! Yes, 27 is 3 cubed (3 × 3 × 3). Can someone explain why 9 is not a perfect cube?
Because there is no whole number that can be multiplied by itself three times to get 9.
Exactly! Remember, a perfect cube results from multiplying a number by itself three times. Let's jot down the cubes of numbers from 1 to 10 on the board.
Is 2 cubed equal to 8?
Correct! So, what do we think about the number 32? Is it a perfect cube?
No! Because its cube root is not a whole number, right?
Exactly. Now, let’s summarize: Perfect cubes must be expressible as n³ where n is a whole number.
Finding the Smallest Multiple to form a Perfect Cube
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Now, let’s explore how to find the smallest multiple needed to convert a number into a perfect cube. For instance, we start with 392. What is its prime factorization?
392 breaks down to 2 × 2 × 2 × 7 × 7.
Exactly! We see that we have three 2s, but only two 7s. What do we need to make it a perfect cube?
We need one more 7!
Yes! So, if we multiply 392 by 7, what do we get?
2744, which is a perfect cube since it equals 14 cubed.
Correct! It is essential to identify missing primes and balance their powers to form a perfect cube.
Dividing to Achieve a Perfect Cube
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Let’s now look at a number we might need to divide to form a perfect cube. For example, 53240. Who can tell me its prime factors?
I believe it breaks down to 2 × 2 × 2 × 11 × 11 × 11 × 5.
Good job! What can we conclude from here?
It seems we have three 11s, but only one 5.
Very observant! To make 53240 a perfect cube, what would be our action?
We could divide by 5 to remove the unfit factor!
Exactly! And doing this gives us a perfect cube of 10648. Let’s wrap up our conversation by summarizing what we learned today regarding converting numbers to perfect cubes.
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In this section, students learn how to analyze the prime factorization of numbers to identify whether they are perfect cubes. The discussion includes examples and problem-solving strategies to find the smallest natural number necessary to convert a number into a perfect cube.
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Smallest Multiple that is a Perfect Cube
This section covers how to determine the smallest multiple of a number that is a perfect cube, through practical examples and explanations. A perfect cube is defined as a number that can be expressed as the cube of a whole number (e.g., 1, 8, 27, etc.). In the context of the examples, students learn to factor numbers into their prime factors, check their powers, and determine what is needed to achieve the cubic form.
The volumes of cuboids made with plasticine spark a discussion on how many such cuboids would be required to form a perfect cube. Several examples illustrate how to identify if a number is a perfect cube, and if not, how to find the smallest natural number that can be multiplied to yield a perfect cube. Key examples include the factorizations of numbers like 392, 53240, and 1188 to illustrate how to derive the necessary multipliers or divisors to convert them into perfect cubes. This forms a basis for understanding cubes, cube roots, and their significance in mathematics.
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Volume of a Cuboid
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Raj made a cuboid of plasticine. Length, breadth and height of the cuboid are 15 cm, 30 cm, 15 cm respectively. Anu asks how many such cuboids will she need to make a perfect cube? Can you tell?
Detailed Explanation
In this chunk, we discuss the dimensions of a cuboid – specifically, its length, breadth, and height. A cuboid can be visualized as a box with three dimensions. The volume of a cuboid is calculated by multiplying these three dimensions. For example, the volume is derived as Volume = Length × Breadth × Height, which in this case equals 15 cm * 30 cm * 15 cm.
Examples & Analogies
Consider packing boxes for a shipping company. Each box has a specific size, like Raj's cuboid. Just as the shipping company needs to understand the volume of each box, Raj needs to know how many cuboids will fit into a perfect cube for his project.
Prime Factorization of Volume
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Raj said, Volume of cuboid is 15 × 30 × 15 = 3 × 5 × 2 × 3 × 5 × 3 × 5 = 2 × 3 × 3 × 3 × 5 × 5 × 5.
Detailed Explanation
Here, Raj calculates the volume of his cuboid, which involves breaking down the dimensions into their prime factors. This mathematical technique is valuable because it allows us to express the number in terms of its prime factors, making it easier to determine if the volume is a perfect cube.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine you are organizing items into smaller boxes. Each box's contents can be referred to by factoring them down to their simplest elements. This helps you see how many boxes fit into a larger storage unit, similar to how Raj is trying to see how his cuboids fit into a perfect cube.
Determining the Missing Factors
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Since there is only one 2 in the prime factorisation. So we need 2 × 2, i.e., 4 to make it a perfect cube. Therefore, we need 4 such cuboids to make a cube.
Detailed Explanation
To transform the volume of the cuboid into a perfect cube, we require every prime factor to appear in multiples of three. Since the factor '2' appears only once, we will need to add two more factors of '2' to form a full triplet. Therefore, we conclude that four cuboids will provide the necessary factors to create a perfect cube.
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Think of a recipe that calls for groups of three ingredients. If you only have one ingredient, you can't complete the recipe until you gather more. Similarly, Raj needs to gather enough cuboids to complete his perfect cube 'recipe'.
Checking if 392 is a Perfect Cube
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Example 2: Is 392 a perfect cube? If not, find the smallest natural number by which 392 must be multiplied so that the product is a perfect cube. Solution: 392 = 2 × 2 × 2 × 7 × 7.
Detailed Explanation
In this chunk, we analyze whether the number 392 is a perfect cube. By factorizing it, we find that it can be represented by prime factors. To determine if a number is a perfect cube, we look for each prime factor to occur in groups of three.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine a sports team where each player has a role – if there aren't enough players in each role, the team can't function. Similarly, for 392 to be a perfect cube, it needs the right number of each prime factor (players) to be organized in the correct group (three at a time).
Finding the Necessary Multiplier
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To make its a cube, we need one more 7. In that case 392 × 7 = 2 × 2 × 2 × 7 × 7 × 7 = 2744 which is a perfect cube. Hence the smallest natural number by which 392 should be multiplied to make a perfect cube is 7.
Detailed Explanation
After determining that 392 is not a perfect cube, we calculate that multiplying it by 7 introduces another factor of 7, thereby allowing every prime number to occur in groups of three. The result, 2744, is a perfect cube. Therefore, 7 is identified as the smallest natural number needed to convert 392 into a perfect cube.
Examples & Analogies
Think of adding more chairs to a dining table setting. If you need all sets of three for a proper arrangement, then adding one more chair (or factor) completes your setup. Here, multiplying by 7 completes the necessary setup for a perfect cube.
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Key Concepts
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Perfect Cubes: Must be expressible as n³, where n is a whole number.
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Prime Factorization: Breakdown of a number into prime factors is essential for identifying perfect cubes.
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Smallest Multiple: To convert a number into a perfect cube, add the required factors based on prime factorization.
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Examples
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Example of 392: Factorizes to 2 × 2 × 2 × 7 × 7; needs one more 7 to form 2744.
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Example of 53240: Factorizes to 2 × 2 × 2 × 11 × 11 × 11 × 5; divide by 5 to achieve 10648.
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🎵 Rhymes Time
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To cube a number, multiply three times, one, eight, and twenty-seven—a rhythm in rhymes.
📖 Fascinating Stories
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Once a builder wanted to create a perfect cube from his small bricks but realized he needed the same quantities, so he counted his odd bricks and found the missing pieces to fit perfectly!
🧠 Other Memory Gems
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CUBED: Count, Understand, Balance, Evaluate, Determine—a reminder to check all factor counts.
🎯 Super Acronyms
CUBE means
- C: - Cube
- U: - Understand factors
- B: - Balance counts
- E: - Ensure its perfect!
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Glossary of Terms
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Term: Perfect Cube
Definition:
A number that can be expressed as the cube of an integer, such as 1, 8, 27, etc.
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Term: Prime Factorization
Definition:
The process of breaking down a number into its basic building blocks, or prime numbers.
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Term: Volume
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The amount of space occupied by a three-dimensional object, often calculated by multiplying length, breadth, and height.