Quick questions on Millikan's oil drop experiment: HSC Physics Module 8

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What are two methods?

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Stationary method (the simplest to describe). Adjust the voltage until a chosen droplet hangs motionless. The electric force on the charge balances gravity:

What is stationary method?

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Adjust the voltage until a chosen droplet hangs motionless. The electric force on the charge balances gravity:

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