Essential University Physics
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Author: Wolfson, Richard
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Chapter 24.2, Problem 24.2GI
Two wires carry the same current I. Wire A has a larger diameter, a higher density of current-carrying electrons, and a lower resistivity than wire B. Rank in order, from smaller to larger. (1) the current densities, (2) the electric fields, and (3) the drift speeds in the two wires.
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