Physics for Science and Engineering With Modern Physics, VI - Student Study Guide
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Chapter 18, Problem 40P
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The diameter of an oxygen atom using van der walls equation of state.
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Physics for Science and Engineering With Modern Physics, VI - Student Study Guide
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