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The Blob
From globular cartoon characters to curvy cars, the blob has always been around.
The Bagel
The bagel is not just a good shape for baking. It's also good for office complexes.
The Sphere
The sphere's perfect form is the most economical shape for containing matter.
The Pyramid
The Pyramid: a classic shape to bury Pharoahs and an influence on modern designers.
The Cube
Why isn't the cube form used more often? And what does it look like in four dimensions?