Capacity
Jargon-Free Definition
How much a container can hold.
QCAA/AC9 Definition
The amount a container is able to contain, usually measured for liquids.
Examples of Word Use in School
- Measure the capacity of the jug.
- Compare the capacity of the containers.
- Write the capacity in litres.
Mathematical Definition
A measure of the maximum volume a container can hold, commonly expressed in units such as