How to Calculate the Radius of a Cylinder from Circumference
Learn how to find the radius of a cylinder using its circumference in this quick Q&A video.
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To find the radius of a cylinder without the diameter, you need the circumference. Use the formula C = 2πr, where C is the circumference and r is the radius. Rearrange the formula to r = C / (2π). For example, if the circumference is 31.4 cm, the calculation would be r = 31.4 / (2 * 3.14) = 5 cm.
FAQs & Answers
- What is the formula to calculate the radius of a cylinder? To calculate the radius, use the formula r = C / (2π), where C is the circumference.
- Can I find the radius if I only have the height of the cylinder? No, you need the circumference to calculate the radius; height alone is not sufficient.
- How do you find the circumference of a cylinder? The circumference can be found using the formula C = 2πr, where r is the radius.
- Why is knowing the radius important in cylinder calculations? The radius is essential for calculating surface area, volume, and other geometric properties of the cylinder.