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1Q60.36 Spinning Eggs

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A wooden egg spun on its side (short axis) flips up to spin on its long axis. If it is spun on a board, the board can be picked up and rotated in the opposite the egg, driving the egg to continue spinning indefinitely.

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Wooden Eggs in A. Mechanics, 2C

Wooden Board in A. Mechanics, 2C

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