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Chapter 33, Problem 44AP
(a)
To determine
The electric field in the empty space as a function of radial distance
(b)
To determine
The electric field in the empty space as a function of radial distance
(c)
To determine
The distance at which the amplitude of electric field is
(d)
To determine
The change in the field amplitude when the distance from the source doubles.
(e)
To determine
The comparison of the behavior of filed when in vacuum as compared to that of closed surface.
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