Grade 8
  1. Number Systems  1.1. Rational Numbers  1.2. Irrational Numbers  1.3. Real Numbers  1.4. Properties of Real Numbers  1.4.1. Commutative Property  1.4.2. Associative Property  1.4.3. Distributive Property  1.5. Representation on the Number Line  1.6. Operations on Real Numbers  1.6.1. Addition and Subtraction  1.6.2. Multiplication and Division  1.7. Rationalization  1.8. Exponents and Powers  1.9. Square Roots and Cube Roots
  2. Algebra  2.1. Algebraic Expressions  2.2. Identities and Simplification  2.2.1. Multiplying Binomials  2.2.2. Using Algebraic Identities  2.3. Factorization  2.3.1. Common Factors  2.3.2. Factorization by Grouping  2.3.3. Factorization of Trinomials  2.3.4. Special Products  2.4. Linear Equations in One Variable  2.4.1. Solving Linear Equations  2.4.2. Word Problems on Linear Equations
  3. Geometry  3.1. Understanding Quadrilaterals  3.1.1. Properties of Quadrilaterals  3.1.2. Types of Quadrilaterals  3.1.2.1. Parallelogram  3.1.2.2. Rectangle  3.1.2.3. Square  3.1.2.4. Rhombus  3.1.2.5. Trapezium  3.2. Constructions  3.2.1. Constructing Quadrilaterals  3.2.2. Constructing Bisectors  3.2.3. Constructing Angles  3.2.4. Constructing Triangles  3.3. Symmetry and Transformations  3.3.1. Reflection  3.3.2. Rotation  3.3.3. Translation  3.3.4. Symmetry in Patterns
  4. Mensuration  4.1. Area and Perimeter  4.1.1. Perimeter of Polygons  4.1.2. Area of Triangles  4.1.3. Area of Quadrilaterals  4.1.4. Area of Circles  4.2. Surface Area and Volume  4.2.1. Cubes  4.2.2. Cuboids  4.2.3. Cylinders  4.2.4. Cones  4.2.5. Spheres
  5. Data Handling  5.1. Organizing Data  5.2. Frequency Distribution Tables  5.3. Graphical Representation of Data  5.3.1. Bar Graphs  5.3.2. Histograms  5.3.3. Pie Charts  5.3.4. Line Graphs (added)  5.4. Probability  5.4.1. Introduction to Probability  5.4.2. Experimental Probability
  6. Coordinate Geometry  6.1. Cartesian Plane  6.2. Plotting Points  6.3. Coordinate System  6.4. Distance Between Points  6.5. Applications of Coordinate Geometry
  7. Introduction to Graphs  7.1. Linear Graphs  7.2. Applications of Graphs  7.3. Distance-Time Graphs  7.4. Speed-Time Graphs
  8. Comparing Quantities  8.1. Ratio and Proportion  8.2. Percentage  8.2.1. Increase and Decrease Percent  8.2.2. Discount in Percentage  8.2.3. Profit and Loss in Percentage  8.2.4. Simple Interest  8.2.5. Compound Interest
  9. Exponents and Powers  9.1. Laws of Exponents  9.2. Negative Exponents  9.3. Standard Form  9.4. Applications of Exponents
  10. Introduction to Squares and Square Roots  10.1. Properties of Square Numbers  10.2. Finding Square Roots  10.2.1. Prime Factorization Method  10.2.2. Division Method  10.3. Estimating Square Roots
  11. Introduction to Cubes and Cube Roots  11.1. Properties of Cube Numbers  11.2. Finding Cube Roots  11.2.1. Prime Factorization Method in Finding Cube Roots

Grade 8 → Mensuration → Surface Area and Volume ↓


Cones


In the study of measurement, especially at the Grade 8 level, it is essential to understand geometric shapes. One such shape that we often encounter is the cone. A cone is a three-dimensional geometric shape with a circular base and a single curved surface that tapers smoothly to a point, called the apex or vertex.

Definition of cone

A cone can be defined as a solid or hollow object whose base is circular and whose sides curve upwards and form a point. The point where all the sides meet is called the vertex. The base of a cone is a circle. Cones can be right or oblique, where the vertex of a right cone is directly above the centre of the base, and the vertex of an oblique cone is not aligned above the centre.

Features of cones

  • Vertex or apex: The point where the sides of a cone meet.
  • Base: The flat circular surface at the bottom of the cone.
  • Height (h): The straight line distance from the vertex to the center of the base.
  • Slant height (l): The distance from the vertex to any point on the edge of the base.
  • Radius (r): The distance from the center of the base to any point on its circumference.
A simple visual representation of a cone:
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Surface area of a cone

The surface area of a cone is made up of two parts: the base area and the lateral (side) surface area.

1. Base area

The base of the cone is circular and its area can be calculated using the formula for the area of a circle:

Base Area = πr²

where r is the radius of the base.

2. Lateral surface area

The lateral surface area of a cone is the area of the curved surface. It can be calculated using the following formula:

Lateral Surface Area = πrl

Where l is the slant height of the cone. To find the slant height we need to use the Pythagorean theorem:

l = √(r² + h²)

where h is the height of the cone.

Total surface area

The total surface area of a cone is the sum of the base area and the lateral surface area. It can be expressed by the formula:

Total Surface Area = πr² + πrl

Or in more simple terms:

Total Surface Area = πr(r + l)

Let's look at this with an example:

Suppose you have a cone with a base radius of 3 cm and a height of 4 cm. To find the total surface area, first calculate the slant height:

l = √(r² + h²) = √(3² + 4²) = √(9 + 16) = √25 = 5 cm

Now, calculate the total surface area:

Total Surface Area = πr(r + l) = π * 3 * (3 + 5) = π * 3 * 8 = 24π cm²

Volume of a cone

Volume is a measure of how much space an object occupies. The volume of a cone can be found using a specific formula for the geometric shape of a cone. The formula for the volume of a cone is:

Volume = 1/3 πr²h

Where:

  • r is the radius of the circular base
  • h is the height of the cone from the base to the apex

Let us understand how this works through an example:

Suppose you have a cone with a radius of 2 cm and a height of 5 cm. To find the volume:

Volume = 1/3 πr²h = 1/3 π * 2² * 5 = 1/3 π * 4 * 5 = 1/3 * 20π ≈ 20.94 cm³

For visualization, imagine the cone as a container that can hold a certain amount of liquid. If you fill the cone from the base to the top, then according to the calculation the liquid occupies the entire volume of the cone.

Understanding through examples

Let us strengthen our understanding with some more examples:

Example 1: Finding the surface area of a cone

Imagine a cone with radius 6 cm and slant height 10 cm. Calculate the total surface area:

Base Area = πr² = π * 6² = 36π cm²
Lateral Surface Area = πrl = π * 6 * 10 = 60π cm²
Total Surface Area = Base Area + Lateral Surface Area = 36π + 60π = 96π cm² (approximately 301.44 cm²)

Example 2: Calculating the volume of a cone

Consider a cone with a base radius of 3 cm and a height of 7 cm. Find the volume of the cone:

Volume = 1/3 πr²h = 1/3 π * 3² * 7 = 1/3 π * 9 * 7 = 21π cm³ (approximately 65.94 cm³)

Important things to remember

  • The total surface area includes both the base area and the lateral surface area.
  • The slant height is different from the vertical height, and can be found using the Pythagorean Theorem if the other two values (height and radius) are known.
  • The volume of a cone is one-third the volume of a cylinder of the same base and height.

Conclusion

Understanding cones in measurement involves mastering the formulas for both surface area and volume. The ability to calculate these helps identify how much material is needed to make a cone (surface area) or how much it can hold (volume). These concepts are important not only in mathematical education but also in a wide range of real-world applications, such as engineering, architecture, and even cooking.

By practicing problems involving cones, students can enhance their understanding of these concepts and see how they apply in different situations. The main thing is to focus on understanding each of the components of a cone - base, height, slant height, radius - and how they fit into the bigger picture of its geometry.


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