Decomposition of a Divergenceless Vector Field

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The discussion centers on the decomposition of a divergenceless vector field, specifically the magnetic field B, which can be expressed as the sum of its toroidal (Bt) and poloidal (Bp) components. The relationship is defined as B = Bt + Bp, where Bt is derived from curl(Tr) and Bp from curlcurl(Pr). The participants highlight the necessity of understanding the terms "Tr" and "Pr" to provide a complete proof, indicating a connection to Stokes' theorem in the context of vector calculus.

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I usually come upon this statement:

" Since B is solenoidal, it can be split into Toroidal and Poloidal parts, i.e, B=Bt+Bp, where Bt=curl(Tr) and Bp=curlcurl(Pr)"


How can I prove this??

I think it is somehow related with the stokes theorem...


Looking forward for someone to explain me this, once for all.
Cheers!
 
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We can't answer that without knowing what "Tr" and "Pr" are.
 

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