What is Volume?
Volume is the measure of the amount of space that a three-dimensional body can fill or occupy. For vessels, it is called as the capacity of the vessel. The definition of volume is written as follows,
Volume is the space occupied by a three-dimensional solid body.
Volume Formula
Formula of volume is different for different shapes. Some common formulas of volume for distinct shapes are given below:
|
Shape |
Volume Formula |
|---|---|
|
Cube |
a3 |
|
Cuboid |
l × b × h |
|
Cylinder |
πr2h |
|
Sphere |
4/3πr3 |
|
Cone |
1/3πr2h |
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Unit of Volume – SI Unit, CGS Unit
Unit of Volume is cubic meter represented as m3. Volume is a measure of the capacity of any vessel or a three-dimensional body. In the International System of Units (SI), the unit of volume is m3. Volume can also be represented in other units such as cubic centimetres, litres, millilitres, gallons, etc.
In this article, we will learn the definition of volume, its unit in various systems, some solved examples, and frequently asked questions related to the unit of volume.
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