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Question
Distinguish between the volume of liquid and capacity of a container.
Solution
| S.No | Volume of liquid | Capacity of a container |
| 1. | Volume is the amount of space taken up by a liquid | Capacity is the measure of an objects ability to hold a substance like solid, liquid or gas |
| 2. | It is measured in cubic units. | It is measured in litres, gallons, pounds, etc. |
| 3. | It is calculated by multiplying the length, width and height of an object. | It’s measurement is cc or ml. |
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