A second order nonlinear ode in an electrostatics problem

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I encountered the following second order nonlinear ODE while solving a problem in electrostatics. The ODE is: \frac{d^{2}V}{dx^{2}} = CV^{-1/2}

How can I solve this?

Regards.

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Normally, the Forum requires some attempt at a solution before help is given. In this case, either you have seen the trick or you haven't. So, I hope I'm not violating policy by going ahead and giving you a hint. Try multiplying both sides by 2 dV/dx.
 
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