A 40 WW (120 VV) lightbulb has a tungsten filament of diameter 0.040 mmmm . The filament's operating temperature is 1500∘C∘C. How long is the filament? Express your answer with the appropriate units.

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A 40 WW (120 VV) lightbulb has a tungsten filament of diameter 0.040 mmmm . The filament's operating temperature is 1500∘C∘C. 

How long is the filament?
Express your answer with the appropriate units.
 
 
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According to the given daTa

V=120 volt

P=40 watt

T=1500°C

D=0.04mm

We need to find

Length of the filament

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