• Question: why are particles sphere?

    Asked by 968curm25 to Hazel on 5 Mar 2018. This question was also asked by 943curm25.
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      Hazel Gibson answered on 5 Mar 2018:

      Hmmm I would probably need more information on what kind of particle you mean, but as I understand it, generally a sphere is the default shape for any object of a flexible structure where all forces are acting equally upon it. Think of a planet – they are generally sphere shaped because the force of gravity is acting equally on the planet from all directions towards the centre, and because they are in space other forces impacts are reduced.

      But if you can tell me more about what you mean by ‘particle’ then I might be able to answer this better.

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