Volume
⭐ MasteredVolume is the amount of space inside a 3D shape. For a box, volume = length × width × height.
Capacity is the volume a container can hold, like litres in a bottle.
All about Volume
Volume measures how much space a three-dimensional object takes up. It is measured in cubic units such as cubic centimetres. Imagine how many one-centimetre cubes would fill the object.
For a box, multiply length × width × height to get the volume. A box measuring 4 cm by 3 cm by 2 cm has a volume of 24 cubic centimetres. Volume also tells us how much liquid a container can hold.
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Real-life uses of Volume
- Working out how much water a fish tank holds
- Choosing the right size of cardboard box for a parcel
- Measuring the amount of soup in a pan in litres
Frequently asked questions about Volume
What is the difference between volume and capacity?
Volume is the space an object takes up. Capacity is the amount of liquid a container can hold, often measured in litres.
What is 1 litre in cubic centimetres?
1,000 cubic centimetres, which is the same as 1,000 millilitres.
How do you find the volume of a cube?
Multiply the side length by itself three times. A cube with sides of 3 cm has a volume of 27 cm³.