Google Model

Edge or Line

Geometry that divides and borders faces.

Face or Polygon (Poly)

A two-sided, flat surface bound by at least three lines.

Texture or Material

Images or colors that are applied to faces.

Tiled Texture

An image that repeats across a face. "Tiling" creates textures.

Alpha Transparency

The use of transparency in an image.

Low Poly

Using a minimal number of edges and faces to limit file size and increase computer performance.

File Size

The amount of space your file uses on your computer. Models must be under 10MB to be uploaded to the 3D Warehouse.

model

A three-dimensional representation of a person or thing or of a proposed structure,typically on a smaller scale than the original.

save

Computing keep (data) by moving a copy to a storage location, esp. from memory: save it to a new file.

Modeling

The art or activity of making three-dimensional models.

Google Earth

An online environment that performs best when models are created.

Save As

To save in a specific place.

geo-reference

geometry in reference to earth

google sketchup

Google SketchUp is software that you can use to create, modify and share 3D models. It's easier to learn than other 3D modeling programs, which is why so many people are already using it.