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A2-16: SADDLE POINT MODEL

PURPOSE: To illustrate the geometry of a saddle point.

DESCRIPTION: Large model shows equipotentials and lines of force. Small model shows force vectors and the "neutral point."

SUGGESTIONS: Can be useful in gravitation and electrostatics.

REFERENCES: (PIRA 8C10.50)

EQUIPMENT: Saddle point models, as photographed.

SETUP TIME: None.


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