Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
A sphere is a perfectly round three-dimensional object in which all points on its surface are equidistant from its center.
Related terms
Diameter: The diameter refers to any straight line segment passing through the center of the sphere and having both endpoints on its surface.
Circumference: The circumference refers to the distance around the outer boundary (perimeter) of a circle or spherical object. For spheres, it is given by C = 2πr, where r represents the radius.
Center: The center refers to the point located at an equal distance from all points on the sphere's surface. It acts as its geometric 'heart.'