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Interactive math tool

Sphere: 4πr² Area and (4/3)πr³ Volume

Interactive 3D sphere — change the radius to see surface area, volume, and scaling laws.

Both area and volume depend on radius. Double r and area ×4 while volume ×8 — visible in 3D.

How it works

  1. Open the sphere scene.
  2. Orbit the 3D view.
  3. Adjust radius r.
  4. Read surface area and volume.

Scaling question

If r doubles, by what factors do area and volume change?

FAQ

How does this relate to cylinders and cones?

Compare with the cylinder–cone volume tool for shared πr² structure.

Is this tool free?

Yes. It runs in the browser with no install.

Good for class demos?

Yes — project it and ask what changes when you drag a parameter.

How do I write the formula afterward?

Open the equation editor or symbol sheet and copy a clean expression.

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