Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
Use of Physical Analogs to Evaluate Infinite Series. |
| Language: |
English |
| Authors: |
Epstein, D. J., Smith, A. C. |
| Source: |
American Journal of Physics. Jan 1979 47(1):99-102. |
| Peer Reviewed: |
Y |
| Page Count: |
4 |
| Publication Date: |
1979 |
| Document Type: |
Journal Articles |
| Descriptors: |
Mathematical Models, Mathematics, Physics, Science Education, Technical Mathematics |
| Abstract: |
Discusses the paradoxes that can result when physical examples lead to infinite series. Two examples are presented: the Madelung energy of a one-dimensional array of alternating positive and negative charges, and a point charge between infinite parallel plates. (BB) |
| Journal Code: |
CIJJUN1979 |
| Entry Date: |
1979 |
| Accession Number: |
EJ196989 |
| Database: |
ERIC |
