Unit Plan
Wolfram Research

Wolfram Math World: Sphere

For Students 9th - 10th
This webpage thoroughly discusses the math of spheres. Includes the equation for a sphere in Cartesian and spherical coordinates as well as parametrically. Surface Area, volume, and curvature are addressed at this extensive site.
Handout
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

The Math Forum: Ask Dr. Math: Equation of a Sphere

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about how many points determine a unique sphere and how many points are needed to create a family of spheres. Dr. Rob works out the equation of a family of spheres given three points and then the equation of a unique sphere can be...