Understanding Sphere Diameter Formula
Diameter is the straight-line segment passing through the center of a sphere connecting two opposing surface points.
Worked Example
For r = 5 cm: d = 2 × 5 = 10.00 cm.
Diameter is the straight-line segment passing through the center of a sphere connecting two opposing surface points.
For r = 5 cm: d = 2 × 5 = 10.00 cm.
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