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The volume of an octahedron can be calculated using the circumsphere radius with the formula: \( V = \frac{4 \times r_c^3}{3} \), where \( r_c \) is the circumsphere radius of the octahedron.
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Explanation: This formula calculates the volume of a regular octahedron based on the radius of the sphere that circumscribes it, touching all its vertices.
Details: Calculating the volume of geometric shapes like octahedrons is essential in various fields including architecture, engineering, and 3D modeling for determining space occupancy and material requirements.
Tips: Enter the circumsphere radius in meters. The value must be positive and valid.
Q1: What is a circumsphere radius?
A: The circumsphere radius is the radius of the sphere that passes through all vertices of the octahedron.
Q2: Can this formula be used for irregular octahedrons?
A: No, this formula applies only to regular octahedrons where all faces are equilateral triangles.
Q3: What are the units for volume calculation?
A: The volume is calculated in cubic meters (m³) when the radius is provided in meters.
Q4: How accurate is this calculation?
A: The calculation is mathematically exact for regular octahedrons when the correct radius value is provided.
Q5: Can I calculate the radius from the volume?
A: Yes, the formula can be rearranged to \( r_c = \sqrt[3]{\frac{3V}{4}} \) to find the circumsphere radius from a given volume.