CBSE Class 10 Maths Chapter 13: Surface Areas and Volumes NCERT Solutions
This comprehensive guide provides NCERT Solutions for Class 10 Mathematics, Chapter 13, focusing on Surface Areas and Volumes. The chapter delves into calculating the surface areas of various combinations of solid figures, such as cubes joined together, or a cylinder mounted on a hemisphere. The solutions meticulously break down each problem, starting from understanding the given information, identifying the relevant formulas, and performing step-by-step calculations. Key concepts covered include finding the edge of a cube from its volume, determining the dimensions of composite shapes, and applying formulas for the surface area of cylinders and hemispheres. These solutions are designed to help students grasp the underlying principles and develop problem-solving skills essential for their exams, offering clear explanations and accurate results.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 10 |
| Subject | Mathematics |
| Session | 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Type | NCERT Solutions |
| Chapter | Chapter 13 |
Chapter summary
Chapter 13 of the NCERT Class 10 Mathematics textbook deals with Surface Areas and Volumes of combined solids. This section provides detailed, step-by-step solutions to the exercises, focusing on calculating the surface area of figures formed by joining different shapes. It covers problems involving cuboids formed from cubes and composite vessels like a cylinder atop a hemisphere, emphasizing the correct application of area formulas and understanding how dimensions change when solids are combined.
Learning outcomes
- Understand the concept of surface area for combined solid figures.
- Calculate the edge length of a cube from its volume.
- Determine the dimensions of a cuboid formed by joining cubes.
- Calculate the surface area of a cuboid.
- Identify the components of a composite vessel (cylinder and hemisphere).
- Calculate the surface area of a composite vessel using relevant formulas.
Topics covered
Paper topics
- Surface Area of Combined Solids
- Volume of Cubes
- Surface Area of Cuboids
- Joining Cubes End-to-End
- Composite Vessels
- Hemisphere
- Cylinder
- Surface Area of Cylinder
- Surface Area of Hemisphere
- Combined Surface Area Calculation
Important topics
- Surface Area of Combined Solids
- Calculating Dimensions of Combined Shapes
- Surface Area of Cylinder
- Surface Area of Hemisphere
- Composite Vessel Surface Area
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Questions and Solutions
Question 1
Given the volume of each cube is 64 cm<sup>3</sup>.
The formula for the volume of a cube is .
So, .
Taking the cube root of both sides, we find the edge length:
.
When two such cubes are joined end to end, they form a cuboid. The dimensions of this cuboid will be:
- Length (l) = 4 cm + 4 cm = 8 cm
- Breadth (b) = 4 cm
- Height (h) = 4 cm
The formula for the surface area of a cuboid is .
Substituting the dimensions:
.
Therefore, the surface area of the resulting cuboid is 160 cm<sup>2</sup>.
Question 2
The vessel consists of a hollow cylinder mounted on a hollow hemisphere.
Given the diameter of the hemisphere is 14 cm. Therefore, the radius (r) of the hemisphere is half of the diameter:
.
Since the cylinder is mounted on the hemisphere, the radius of the cylinder is also the same as the radius of the hemisphere, so .
The total height of the vessel is given as 13 cm.
The height of the hemispherical part is equal to its radius, which is 7 cm.
The height of the cylindrical part (h) is the total height minus the height of the hemisphere:
.
The inner surface area of the vessel is the sum of the curved surface area (CSA) of the cylindrical part and the CSA of the hemispherical part.
CSA of cylinder =
CSA of hemisphere =
Inner surface area =
Substitute the values , , and :
Inner surface area =
Inner surface area =
Inner surface area =
Inner surface area = .
Thus, the inner surface area of the vessel is 572 cm<sup>2</sup>.
Common mistakes
- Incorrectly calculating the dimensions of the combined solid.
- Forgetting to add or subtract relevant areas when shapes are combined.
- Using the wrong formula for surface area (e.g., volume formula).
- Errors in applying the value of pi or in arithmetic calculations.
Revision tips
- Review the formulas for the surface areas of basic solids (cube, cuboid, cylinder, hemisphere).
- Practice visualizing how shapes are combined and how their dimensions change.
- Work through each step of the provided solutions to understand the logic.
- Pay close attention to units and ensure consistency throughout the calculation.
Practice MCQs
Q1. When two cubes of edge 'a' are joined end to end, what are the dimensions of the resulting cuboid?
Explanation: When two cubes are joined end to end, one dimension doubles while the other two remain the same. If the edge is 'a', the dimensions become a, a, and 2a.
Q2. A vessel is in the form of a hollow hemisphere mounted by a hollow cylinder. If the radius of the hemisphere is 'r' and the height of the cylinder is 'h', what is the formula for the inner surface area of the vessel?
Explanation: The inner surface area is the sum of the curved surface area of the cylinder (2πrh) and the curved surface area of the hemisphere (2πr²).
Q3. If the volume of a cube is 64 cm³, what is the length of its edge?
Explanation: The volume of a cube is given by edge³. So, edge³ = 64 cm³. Taking the cube root, the edge is 4 cm.
Q4. In a vessel formed by a cylinder on a hemisphere, the total height is 13 cm and the radius is 7 cm. What is the height of the cylindrical part?
Explanation: The height of the hemispherical part is equal to its radius (7 cm). The height of the cylinder is the total height minus the height of the hemisphere: 13 cm - 7 cm = 6 cm.
Frequently asked questions
What is Chapter 13 of Class 10 Maths about?
Chapter 13 of Class 10 Maths NCERT Solutions covers Surface Areas and Volumes of combined solid figures. It includes problems where different shapes like cubes, cylinders, and hemispheres are joined together.
How are the solutions for combined shapes calculated?
The solutions involve identifying the individual shapes that form the combined solid, calculating their respective surface areas, and then adding or subtracting areas as needed, ensuring no overlapping surfaces are counted twice.
What is the formula for the surface area of a cuboid formed by joining two cubes?
If two cubes of edge 'a' are joined, they form a cuboid with dimensions a, a, and 2a. The surface area is then calculated using the cuboid formula: 2(lb + bh + lh) = 2(a*a + a*2a + a*2a).
How do I find the surface area of a vessel that is a cylinder mounted on a hemisphere?
The total inner surface area is the sum of the curved surface area of the cylinder (2πrh) and the curved surface area of the hemisphere (2πr²), where 'r' is the radius and 'h' is the height of the cylinder.
Are the original questions changed in these NCERT Solutions?
No, the questions remain exactly the same as in the NCERT textbook. The solutions are rewritten to be clearer and more detailed, but the problems themselves are preserved.
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