An Introduction to Physical Science
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Author: James Shipman, Jerry D. Wilson, Charles A. Higgins, Omar Torres
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Chapter 20, Problem 4AYK
To determine
The hotter between the vicinity of lightning stroke or the surface of sun. The factor by which it is hotter.
To determine
The factor by which vicinity of lightning stroke or the surface of sun is hotter.
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