Spherically Symmetric Object

Definition

A spherically symmetric object is one that has symmetry in all directions from its center, meaning it looks identical no matter which way you look at it. In physics, this term often refers to objects like planets or stars, which have roughly spherical shapes.

Related terms

Center of Mass: This term refers to the unique point within an object or system where its entire mass can be considered concentrated for certain purposes.

Uniform Density: This term describes when an object has consistent mass distribution throughout its volume. In other words, every part of the object has the same density.

Shell Theorem: This theorem states that a spherically symmetric object exerts no net gravitational force on a particle located inside it, regardless of the particle's position within the shell.