Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections
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Author: Katz, Debora M.
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 2, Problem 71PQ
The electrical impulse initiated by the nerves in Lina’s hand, signaling she has touched a hot stove, travels to her brain as fast as 200 m/s. At this speed, estimate the travel time of this impulse.
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