What is the formula for the total surface a cylinde

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The formula for the total surface area of a cylinder is given by:

\[ \text{Total Surface Area} = 2\pi r(h + r) \]

where:

  • \( r \) is the radius of the base of the cylinder,
  • \( h \) is the height of the cylinder,
  • \( \pi \) is a constant approximately equal to 3.14159.

This formula includes the area of the two circular bases (the top and bottom) and the lateral surface area (the side).

To break it down:

  • The area of the two circular bases (top and bottom) is \( 2\pi r^2 \).
  • The lateral surface area is \( 2\pi rh \).

Combining these gives the total surface area formula.