The Geometry, Physics, and History of the Basketball

This discovery project explores the geometry, physics, and history of the basketball. Students investigate the sphere, surface area, volume, bounce physics, and the historical development of the ball itself. The project blends mathematical modeling with real-world application and includes a Desmos 3D animation to support visualization and exploration.

What's Included

• 20-page PDF with scaffolded questions and full solutions, typeset in LaTeX
• Detailed solutions with illustrations
• Desmos 3D animation link

Perfect For

• Geometry
• Physics
• AP Calculus classes
• College Calculus projects

File Format & Delivery

The download will be a high-quality PDF typeset in LaTeX. After a successful purchase, you will receive a secure download link instantly via email.