equipotential

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In other words, motion along an equipotential is perpendicular to E .

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Since the electric field lines point radially away from the charge, they are perpendicular to the equipotential lines.

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If the plates are held at a fixed potential difference ΔV, draw the equipotential lines for this system.

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The term equipotential is also used as a noun, referring to an equipotential line or surface.

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The potential of such a shell at any internal point is constant, and the equipotential surfaces for external space are ellipsoids confocal with the ellipsoidal shell.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 3 "Electrostatics" to "Engis" by Various