How Many Cones Does It Take?

This lesson is a "hands-on" activity. Students will investigate and compare the volumes of cylinders and cones with matching radii and heights. Students will first discover the relationship between the volume of cones and cylinders and then transition into using a formula to determine the volume.

Resource ID#: 43531 Type: Lesson Plan

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Subject(s): Mathematics

Grade Level(s): 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Intended Audience: Educators

Instructional Time: 45 Minute(s)

Keywords: cone, cylinder, volume, pi, relate cylinders and cones, cylinders and cones, Volume of Cones, Volume of Cylinders

Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan, Student Center Activity

Resource Collection: CPALMS Lesson Plan Development Initiative

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