Electric field amplitude of a sphereical wave

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To find the electric field amplitude at a distance of 0.67 m from a 90 W lightbulb emitting a spherical wave, it's essential to use the relationship between intensity, power, and distance. The intensity of a spherical wave can be calculated using the power of the source divided by the surface area of a sphere at that distance. Additionally, intensity can be related to electric field amplitude through a specific formula. Since the professor skipped the relevant chapter, it's recommended to consult the textbook for these formulas. Understanding these relationships is crucial for solving the problem effectively.
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Homework Statement



What is the electric field amplitude at a distance of 0.67 m from a 90 W lightbulb? Assume all the power of the bulb goes into light of a single color with lambda = 500 nm and assume the bulb produces a spherical wave.


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I don't know what equations to use our prof essentially skipped this chapter


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I don't know where to start this problem because I don't understand what relationships to use
 
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Hello sklotz. Welcome to Physics Forums.

When the prof skips the chapter, we just have to buckle up and dig it out for ourselves. So be resourceful, grab your text and browse through that chapter. You should be able to find a formula relating intensity of a spherical wave to the power of the source and the distance from the source. You should also be able to find a second formula relating intensity to electric field amplitude.
 

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