How to Use the Calculator
- Enter the radius of the cylinder in centimeters (cm). The radius is the distance from the center of the circular base to its edge.
- Enter the height of the cylinder in centimeters (cm). The height is the perpendicular distance between the two circular bases.
- Click the "Calculate" button to compute the volume and surface area of the cylinder.
- The calculator will display the volume in cubic centimeters (cm³) and the surface area in square centimeters (cm²).
Understanding the Formulas
The calculator uses the following formulas:
- Volume (V) = π × r² × h - This formula calculates the amount of space inside the cylinder.
- Surface Area (SA) = 2 × π × r × (r + h) - This formula calculates the total area covering the surface of the cylinder.
Practical Applications
This calculator can be used in various practical scenarios:
- Estimating the capacity of cylindrical containers like water tanks, jars, and cans.
- Designing cylindrical structures in engineering and architecture.
- Calculating the volume of materials in cylindrical shapes for storage and transportation.