Definition of

Solid of Revolution

Solid of Revolution

A 3D (solid) shape made by rotating a 2D (plane) shape about a straight line (the axis of rotation).

The axis of rotation can be any line, such as the x-axis, y-axis, or another line.

Example: rotating a right-angled triangle creates a cone, as shown below (press play):

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