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Euler's Formula for Polyhedron Calculator

Use V − E + F = 2 to find the missing count for a convex polyhedron.

Parameters Live Compute
Calculated Output
Faces (F) 6
V − E + F 2
Formula: V − E + F = 2
Step-by-Step Breakdown
1. Values used:
2. Vertices (V) = 8
3. Edges (E) = 12
4. Faces (F, 0 = solve) = 0
5.
6. Faces (F) = 6
7. V − E + F = 2
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Euler's formula links the vertices, edges and faces of any convex polyhedron.

The math behind it

V − E + F = 2. Leave faces at 0 and the tool solves for F = 2 − V + E.

Worked Example

A cube has 8 vertices and 12 edges → F = 2 − 8 + 12 = 6 faces.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it work for all shapes?

It holds for convex polyhedra (and any shape topologically equivalent to a sphere).

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