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Billiards and Physics

Billiards and Physics

This java applet show you how to use the law of reflection (for optics) in playing pool.
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Material Type:
Simulation
Date Added to MERLOT:
May 7, 2000
Date Modified in MERLOT:
May 19, 2016
Author:
 
Submitter:
John Walkup
Primary Audience:
College General Ed
Technical Format:
Website, Java Applet
Mobile Compatibility:
Not specified at this time
Language:
English
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No
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Unknown
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No

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John Walkup
John Walkup (Staff)
20 years ago
Although there is much discussion of optics, this isn't really much physics demonstrated with this applet. Fun to tool around with, although a larger screen and better graphics would have helped. Those familar with Virtual Pool will notice the similarity in the controls.