Flux calculation using Gauss’s Theorem

In summary, a uniform electric field of strength 300 N/C at an angle of 30º with respect to the x-axis passes through a cube with sides of 5 cm. Using Gauss's law, the net flux through the entire surface can be calculated. The flux through each cube face (Front, Back, Left, Right, Top, and Bottom) can be determined by solving the integrals. In option (b), the net flux through the entire surface is 0. Option (c) asks for the net flux through the entire surface when an electron is placed 10 cm from the left surface. According to Gauss's law, the flux will still be 0 due to the divergence of the electric field inside the cube.
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Qn: A uniform electric field of strength 300 N/C at an angle of
30º with respect to the x-axis goes through a cube of sides
5 cm. (a) Calculate the flux through each cube face:
Front, Back, Left, Right, Top, and Bottom. (b) Calculate
the net flux through the entire surface. (c) An electron is
placed centered 10 cm from the left surface. What is the
net flux through the entire surface? Explain your answer
Ans:
Applying Gauss’s law the net flux can be calculated.
And for option (B), i guess the flux will be 0. But not sure. can anyone explain all the 3 options?
 
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And for option (B), i guess the flux will be 0. But not sure.
Option B?
That is right, and Gauss gives you the reason (is there divergence of the field inside the cube?).

(a) cannot be solved with Gauss alone, but the integrals are easy to do.
 

1. What is Flux calculation using Gauss’s Theorem?

Flux calculation using Gauss’s Theorem is a method used in physics and mathematics to calculate the flow of a vector field through a closed surface. It relates the surface integral of the vector field over the surface to the volume integral of the divergence of the vector field within the enclosed volume.

2. Why is Gauss’s Theorem useful in flux calculation?

Gauss’s Theorem is useful in flux calculation because it allows us to calculate the flux through a closed surface without having to consider every point on the surface. It simplifies the calculation by relating the surface integral to the volume integral, making it easier to solve mathematically.

3. What is the formula for calculating flux using Gauss’s Theorem?

The formula for calculating flux using Gauss’s Theorem is ∯SF⋅dA = ∫V(∇⋅F)⋅dV, where ∯S represents the surface integral, ∫V represents the volume integral, F is the vector field, and ∇⋅F is the divergence of the vector field.

4. How do you use Gauss’s Theorem to calculate flux?

To use Gauss’s Theorem to calculate flux, you first need to determine the enclosed volume and the surface through which the flux is passing. Then, you need to calculate the divergence of the vector field within the enclosed volume. Finally, you can use the formula ∯SF⋅dA = ∫V(∇⋅F)⋅dV to solve for the flux.

5. What are some real-life applications of flux calculation using Gauss’s Theorem?

Flux calculation using Gauss’s Theorem has many real-life applications, including calculating the electric or magnetic flux through a closed surface, determining the amount of fluid flowing through a pipe, and analyzing the flow of air or water in a closed system. It is also used in engineering and physics to study the behavior of fluids and electromagnetic fields.

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