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It is known that density `rho` of air decreases with height y (in metres) as :
`rho = rho_(0) e^(-y//y_0)` where `rho_0 = 1.25 kg m^-3` is the density at sea level and `y_0` is a constant. This density variation is called the law of atmospheres. Obtain this law assuming the temperature of atomoshpere remains constant (isothermal conditions). Also assume that the value of g remains constant.

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