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An infinite line carries a linear uniform charge density of 21.4 nC/m). Determine the magnitude of the electric field ( in units of kN/C) at a distance of 5.0 cm from the line.

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Chapter19: Electric Forces And Electric Fields

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Determine the magnitude of the
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distance of 5.0 cm from the line.

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