Oldalfelületméret

Oldalfelületméret is a Hungarian term that translates to "side surface area" or "lateral surface area" in English. It refers to the sum of the areas of the sides of a three-dimensional geometric shape, excluding the areas of its bases. This concept is commonly applied in geometry and mensuration when calculating the total surface area of prisms, pyramids, cylinders, and cones.

For a prism, the oldalfelületméret is calculated by multiplying the perimeter of the base by the height of the prism. For a cylinder, it is the product of the circumference of the base and the height. In the case of a pyramid or a cone, the calculation involves the slant height of the lateral faces. Understanding oldalfelületméret is crucial for determining how much material is needed to cover the sides of these objects, for example, in packaging or construction contexts. It is distinct from the total surface area, which includes the area of the top and bottom bases in addition to the lateral surfaces.