An Aspirin Tablet Is in the Shape of a Right

question 22

Multiple Choice

An aspirin tablet is in the shape of a right circular cylinder. The manufacturer also wishes to market the aspirin in capsule form. The capsule is to be centimeters long, in the shape of a right circular cylinder with hemispheres attached at both ends (see the figure below) . If denotes the radius of a hemisphere, find a formula for the volume of the capsule.

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Definitions:

Renal Papilla

The tip of the renal pyramid that projects into the renal calyx, through which urine flows into the ureter.

Adipose Capsule

The adipose capsule is a layer of fat surrounding certain organs, such as the kidneys, providing protection and supporting their structure.

Renal Capsule

A tough fibrous layer surrounding the kidney and providing it with structural support.

Filtration Membrane

A barrier in the kidneys that filters blood, removing waste substances while retaining essential molecules.