Inverse Square Law: Voltage/Current Graphs

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The discussion centers on the application of the inverse square law to graphs depicting voltage or current over distance. Participants express skepticism about whether such graphs can accurately represent this law, particularly in relation to irradiance. The inverse square law is fundamentally linked to how intensity diminishes with distance, which may not directly correlate with voltage or current measurements in this context.

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Can a graph of voltage or current on the y-axis over distance represent the inverse square law?
 
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otterandseal1 said:
Can a graph of voltage or current on the y-axis over distance represent the inverse square law?

not sure, don't think so
But what does that have to do with irradiance ?
 

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