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The escape velocity at the surface of white dwarfs of masses
Answer to Problem 5P
The escape velocity at the surface of white dwarfs of masses
Explanation of Solution
Necessary data is obtained from problem 1. Radius of
Write the equation to find the escape velocity.
Here,
Rewrite equation by substituting
Here,
Rewrite equation by substituting
Conclusion:
Substitute
Substitute
Therefore, the escape velocity at the surface of white dwarfs of masses
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