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    Why do we often depict atoms as spheres?

    If some orbitals are shaped like dumbbells and if most of the volume of an atom is empty space diffusely occupied by electrons in these orbitals. Please explain why as well. Thank you! -Atoms are spherical for atoms that have only s orbitals. -It is a carry-over from Dalton's atomic model...
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