A triangular prism has 6 vertices.

To understand why, consider the structure of a triangular prism:

• A triangular prism consists of two triangular bases and three rectangular faces connecting the corresponding sides of the triangles.
• Each triangular base has 3 vertices, and since there are two bases, the total is $3 + 3 = 6$ vertices.

If you'd like a further breakdown of how these vertices connect to form the shape, let me know.

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1. What are the properties of a triangular prism’s faces and edges?
2. How do you calculate the volume of a triangular prism?
3. How many edges does a triangular prism have?
4. How many faces does a triangular prism have?
5. What is the difference between a triangular prism and a rectangular prism?

Tip: For any polyhedron, the Euler’s formula $V - E + F = 2$ can help verify the count of vertices $V$, edges $E$, and faces $F$.