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Chapter 24, Problem 24.2OQ
A coaxial cable consists of a long, straight filament surrounded by a long, coaxial, cylindrical
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Physics for Scientists and Engineers, Technology Update, Hybrid Edition (with Enhanced WebAssign Multi-Term LOE Printed Access Card for Physics)
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