Exploring Cylinders in Geometry

Cylinders are fascinating geometric shapes. They have a wide range of applications, from architecture to everyday objects like cans of your favorite froge soda! 🐸

Properties of Cylinders

• A cylinder has two parallel circular bases.
• The height (or length) is the perpendicular distance between the bases.
• Cylinders can be right or oblique, depending on whether the sides are perpendicular to the bases.

Surface Area and Volume

The surface area of a cylinder can be calculated using the formula: A = 2πr(r + h), where r is the radius and h is the height. Meanwhile, the volume is given by V = πr²h.

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