Problem related to electric and magnetic energy densities

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The discussion focuses on demonstrating that the electric energy density in non-relativistic plasmas is dominated by the magnetic energy density. The electric energy density is defined as \(\epsilon_{0}E^{2}\), while the magnetic energy density is represented as \(\frac{B^{2}}{2\mu_{0}}\). To establish the relationship between these two energy densities, one must utilize Maxwell's equation \(\nabla \times \vec{E} = -\frac{d\vec{B}}{dt}\). A resource link was provided for further clarification on the topic.

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Homework Statement



How can be shown that the electric energy density is completely dominated by the magnetic energy density for non-relativistic plasmas?

Homework Equations



the electric energy density is given by [tex]{\epsilon_{0}.E^{2}}{}[/tex], and the magnetic energy density is given by [tex]\frac{B^{2}}{2\mu_{0}}[/tex]

The Attempt at a Solution



To relate the magnitude of the two fields it should be used one of the Maxwell's eqs, i.e.:
[tex]\nabla[/tex][tex]\times\vec{E}[/tex] = -[tex]\frac{d\vec{B}}{dt}[/tex]

But this is all I can do so far...:confused:
Please , help me with a hint how to use the given ..

Thank you in advance
 
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