Similar figures have same shape but their sizes may vary. The difference in their sizes is described by scale factor. Learn in detail the similarity of geometrical shapes with examples at BYJU'S.
Scale Factor, Length, Area and Volume for similar shapes Ratio of lengths = ratio of sides = scale factor Ratio of surface areas = (ratio of sides)2= (scale factor)2 Ratio of volume = (ratio of sides)3= (scale factor)3 Surface Areas And Volumes Of Similar Solids ...