1. What is Volume of a Cubic Rectangle?

Definition: This calculator computes the volume of either a perfect cube or a rectangular prism based on the provided dimensions.

Purpose: It helps students, engineers, and professionals quickly determine the volume of three-dimensional rectangular shapes.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses different formulas based on shape:

Where:

• \( V \) — Volume (cubic units)
• \( s \) — Side length (any unit, for cube)
• \( L \) — Length (any unit)
• \( W \) — Width (any unit)
• \( H \) — Height (any unit)

3. Importance of Volume Calculation

Details: Volume calculations are fundamental in geometry, architecture, engineering, and many practical applications like material estimation and container design.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips:

• Select shape type (cube or rectangular prism)
• Enter the required dimensions (all must be > 0)
• Units must be consistent (all in meters, feet, etc.)

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's the difference between a cube and rectangular prism?
A: A cube has all sides equal, while a rectangular prism can have different length, width, and height.

Q2: Do the units matter for the calculation?
A: The calculator works with any consistent units (all meters, all feet, etc.), but doesn't convert between units.

Q3: Can I calculate volume in inches and get result in cubic feet?
A: No, you would need to convert the result manually (1728 cubic inches = 1 cubic foot).

Q4: What if I have zero or negative dimensions?
A: The calculator requires positive values for all dimensions.

Q5: How precise is the calculation?
A: The calculator shows results to 3 decimal places, but internal calculations use full precision.