The average intensity of the light and industrial laser uses to burn a hole through a piece of metal is 1.10 x10⁹ W/m2. What is the rms value of the E-field in the electromagnetic wave emitted by the laser? 3.21 x 104 N/C 3.99 x 105 N/C 6.44 x 105 N/C 7.89 x 106 N/C 5.21 x104 N/C

The average intensity of the light and industrial laser uses to burn a hole through a piece of metal is 1.10 x10⁹ W/m2. What is the rms value of the E-field in the electromagnetic wave emitted by the laser? 3.21 x 104 N/C 3.99 x 105 N/C 6.44 x 105 N/C 7.89 x 106 N/C 5.21 x104 N/C

Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections

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Author:Katz, Debora M.

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Chapter34: Maxwell’s Equations And Electromagnetic Waves

Section: Chapter Questions

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