Abstract
This paper presents a scientific analogy between the electric field and the emotional field, based on Coulomb’s Law. Through computational simulation, emotional interactions are modeled as positive, negative, or neutral charges, allowing the visualization of field lines, intensity, and superposition. Scenarios representing affective bonds, tensions, or neutrality within group environments are developed, offering an alternative perspective to understanding emotional dynamics through a formal physical structure. This proposal follows an interdisciplinary approach that bridges physics, education, and psychology, aiming to enhance the teaching of abstract concepts and foster reflection on human relationships.
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