Knowledge/Skill Building

🔢 Volume-to-Surface Ratio Mini-Lab

Content Expertise Critical Thinking & Problem Solving CCSS.Math.Content.8.G.C.9 CCSS.Math.Content.8.G.C.9 Submission Required

Students analyze 3 sample geometric configurations (single cylinder, cone-on-cylinder, sphere-on-base) using provided dimensions. They calculate volume, surface area, and volume-to-surface-area ratios, then discuss how changing radius or height impacts efficiency and material cost. Students annotate which dimensions most increase volume without drastically increasing surface area.

Plan day

Day 5

Duration

25 min

Grouping

Pair

Steps

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