Volume of 3D Solids
Investigate the volume of various 3D solids, including cubes, cuboids, and cylinders, using appropriate formulas and units (litres, millilitres, cm³, m³).
Key Questions
- Compare the volume of different shaped containers with the same capacity.
- Predict how changing the dimensions of a cuboid affects its volume.
- Justify the use of specific formulas for calculating the volume of different 3D shapes.
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