Solar radiation at a point on the earth's surface is 3.5 kW /m^2 intensity. Calculate: a. the amplitude of the electric and magnetic fields that make up said radiation b. the light power that is received on a panel with a surface area of ​​1.5 m2

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Solar radiation at a point on the earth's surface is 3.5 kW /m^2 intensity. Calculate:

a. the amplitude of the electric and magnetic fields that make up said radiation

b. the light power that is received on a panel with a surface area of ​​1.5 m2

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