Earth Globes

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α Geopolitical and sectioned Globes.

Mercator Projection

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A map projection in which the meridians and parallels of latitude appear as lines crossing at right angles and in which areas appear greater farther from the equator.

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Rock Samples

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Selection of igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks.

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Crystal Models

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All the classics.

Topological Map of Oceans

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1m x 2m Mercator projection with ocean floor detail.

Seismic Wave Refraction

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Total internal refraction of laser beam through sugar solution with refractive index gradient; representative of seismic waves through Earth's mantle.

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Earth's Magnetic Field

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OHP representation of lines of force using bar magnet and iron filings.

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Centrifugal Eggbeater

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Spinning frame that demonstrates equatorial bulge (oblateness).

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Coriolis Effect

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As demonstrated by two people throwing a volleyball to each other while sitting on rotating platform.

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