Frustum of a Cone
Frustum of a Cone: Overview
In this topic, we will learn about a solid, which is a part of a right circular cone when a plane parallel to the base of the cone cuts it. Such solid is called a frustum.
Important Questions on Frustum of a Cone
Derive the formula for the volume of the frustum of a cone, using the symbols as explained.

Derive the formula for the curved surface area and total surface area of the frustum of a cone, using the symbols as explained.

A metallic right circular cone height and whose vertical angle is is cut into two parts at the middle of its height by a plane parallel to its base. If the frustum so obtained be drawn into a wire of diameter find the length of the wire.

A container, opened from the top and made up of a metal sheet, is in the form of a frustum of a cone of height with radii of its lower and upper ends as and , respectively. Find the cost of the milk which can completely fill the container, at the rate of . Also find the cost of metal sheet used to make the container, if it costs . (Take )

A Fez, cap used by the Turks, is shaped like the frustum of a cone. If its radius on the open side is , radius at the upper base is and its slant height is find the area of material used for making it.

The slant height of a frustum of a cone is and the perimeters (circumference) of its circular ends are and . Find the curved surface area of the frustum.

A drinking glass is in the shape of a frustum of a cone of height . The diameters of its two circular ends are and . Find the capacity of the glass.
