Finding the Volume of a Sphere using Comparisons with Cylinders

Finding the Volume of a Sphere using Comparisons with Cylinders

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Mathematics

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The video tutorial explains how to find the volume of a sphere by comparing it to a cylinder with similar dimensions. It reviews the formula for the volume of a cylinder and derives the formula for the volume of a sphere, which is 4/3 πr³. The tutorial includes examples of applying the formula and highlights common mistakes, such as confusing the formula for surface area with volume.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Calculate the volume of a sphere with a radius of 3 centimeters using the formula.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What common mistake do students make when calculating the volume of a sphere?

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