Topic Details (Notes format)

How to Calculate the Lateral Surface Area of a Cone

Subject: Mathematics

Book: Maths Mastery

A cone’s lateral surface area is given by πrl, where r is the radius of the base and l is the slant height (the distance from the tip of the cone to any point on the perimeter of the base). For instance, if r=4 cm and the slant height l=9 cm, the lateral area is π × 4 × 9 = 36π cm². This formula is especially important in designing conical shapes like funnels, ice cream cones, or architectural features (spires). Understanding the distinction between slant height and perpendicular height is crucial for correct applications of the lateral surface area formula.

Practice Questions

What is the square root of 144?

View Question

If a + b = 10 and ab = 21, what is the value of a^2 + b^2?

View Question

How many diagonals does a pentagon have?

View Question

If the perimeter of a square is 40 cm, what is the area of the square?

View Question

If a square has a perimeter of 64 cm, what is its area?

View Question

If a:b = 2:3 and b:c = 4:5, what is a:c?

View Question

The sides of a triangle are 7, 24, and 25. Is this a right triangle?

View Question

What is the sum of the first 20 odd numbers?

View Question

A sum of money triples itself in 12 years at simple interest. What is the rate of interest per annum?

View Question

What is the HCF of 72 and 120?

View Question