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Surface (topology)

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A surface is a thin shape.

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It can be round like a ball. It can be flat like a sheet. We see these shapes every day. They help us see the world. Do you see any round shapes?

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📚 Content adapted from Wikipedia | Readability: FK 13.3 | Vital Level 5