How we worked it out
Updated as you change the numbers.
- V = πr²h.
Method and assumptions
Each solid uses its standard volume formula. For a capsule, the height is the length of the straight cylindrical part between the two hemispherical ends.
Questions
What is the volume of a cylinder 5 in in radius and 6 in tall?
471.24 cubic inches, about 2.04 US gallons.
Sources
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