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Wulff Net

A Wulff Net is a specialized transparency grid used by geologists to analyze the orientation of geological features like planes and lines in three-dimensional space. When placed over a stereographic projection, it helps scientists measure and interpret the directional data (such as the steepness and strike of rock layers) by providing a reference grid. This tool simplifies understanding complex geological structures and aids in visualizing how they are oriented underground, making it easier to analyze and communicate their spatial relationships accurately.