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What is a sphere in geometry?
A sphere is a three-dimensional object that is the set of points that are all at the same distance from a given point in three-dimensional space.
Who were the earliest known mentions of spheres attributed to?
The ancient Greek mathematicians.
In what fields of mathematics is the sphere a fundamental object?
The sphere is a fundamental object in many fields of mathematics.
Give an example of a natural occurrence of a nearly-spherical shape.
Bubbles such as soap bubbles take a spherical shape in equilibrium.
How are most balls used in sports and toys shaped?
Most balls used in sports and toys are spherical.
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