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An astronaut in an orbiting space-ships spilled a few drops of his drink, and the liquid floated around the cabin. In what geometric shape is each drop most likely to be found? Explain.

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The drop would be spherical- the shape which gives the smallest surface area per unit volume. in response to surface tension.
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