What is a right cylinder?

A right cylinder is a 3-dimensional solid object that has a circular base and a straight, vertical side that is perpendicular to the base. The term "right" refers to the fact that the sides of the cylinder are perpendicular to the base, which means that the cylinder has a uniform cross-sectional shape throughout its length. The volume of a right cylinder can be calculated by multiplying the area of the base by the height of the cylinder, while the surface area can be calculated by adding the area of the two circular bases and the lateral surface area (the area of the curved side). Right cylinders are often used in engineering and construction for tanks, pipes, and other applications that require a hollow, cylindrical shape.