University Physics (14th Edition)
14th Edition
ISBN: 9780133969290
Author: Hugh D. Young, Roger A. Freedman
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 18, Problem 18.85PP
To determine
The reason behind the fact that the noble gases are preferable to air as an insulating material.
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