Calculating the Volume of 3D Shapes
Volume measures the amount of three-dimensional space occupied by an object. Calculating volume is essential in fields like construction (concrete needed), engineering (capacity of tanks), packaging, cooking (measuring ingredients), and physics.
How to Use
- Select the 3D Shape you want to calculate the volume for from the dropdown menu.
- The required input fields for that shape's dimensions will appear.
- Enter the dimensions (side length, length/width/height, radius, base, etc.) for your shape.
- Select the Unit your dimensions are measured in (e.g., meters, feet).
- Click "Calculate Volume".
The calculator will display the calculated volume in the corresponding cubic units (e.g., m³, ft³, cm³).
Common Volume Formulas
- Cube:** Volume = Side³
- Rectangular Prism (Box):** Volume = Length × Width × Height
- Sphere:** Volume = (4/3) × π × Radius³
- Cylinder:** Volume = π × Radius² × Height
- Cone:** Volume = (1/3) × π × Radius² × Height
- Square Pyramid:** Volume = (1/3) × Base Side² × Height
Ensure all input dimensions use the same unit for accurate calculation.