Help on vacuum permittivity related question

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Vacuum permittivity (εo) can be derived without directly using the speed of light, as it is fundamentally linked to other constants like the Coulomb constant. The definition of εo is related to the force between charged particles, specifically through the equation Coulomb constant = 1/4πε0. Some argue that the speed of electromagnetic waves in a vacuum is derived from these electrical constants, suggesting a deeper connection. The discussion highlights the complexity of deriving fundamental constants and the definitions involved. Understanding these relationships is crucial for grasping the principles of electromagnetism.
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Is it possible to derive the value for vacuum permittivity(εo) without using the speed of light.?
 
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What do you mean by derive? How can you derive a fundamental constant? Does the definition count? Where Coulomb constant=1/4πε0
 

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