Relationships between integration limits of Maxwell Equation

In summary, there is a relationship between the integration limits of Maxwell Equations, specifically in integral form in matter, and Stokes/Gauss' Theorems. The integration limits refer to how the Maxwell equations in integral form can be transformed into the more natural differential form using the definitions of curl and div, ultimately leading to a point. This is similar to the concept of Stokes/Divergence Theorem.
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I don't understand the relationships between the integration limits of Maxwell Equations (specifically the ones in integral form in matter)

Is this related to Stokes/Gauss' Theorems? or something else?
 
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What to you mean by integration limits? The Maxwell equations in integral form lead to those in differential form by taking the appropriate limits, using the definitions of the differential operators curl and div through line and surface integrals, which are contracted to a point. From a modern point of view, the differential form of the Maxwell equations are the most natural form of the laws underlying electromagnetic phenomena.
 
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Would you say that's basically what Stokes/Divergence thereom is?
 

1. What are the integration limits in the Maxwell equations?

The integration limits in the Maxwell equations refer to the boundaries within which the equations are valid. These limits vary depending on the specific equation being used and the physical situation being described. In general, the limits are determined by the boundaries of the system or region being studied.

2. How are the integration limits determined in the Maxwell equations?

The integration limits are determined by considering the physical boundaries of the system and the properties of the fields being studied. For example, in the case of Ampere's Law, the integration limits are determined by the current-carrying conductors or the path of the magnetic field.

3. Can the integration limits be changed in the Maxwell equations?

Yes, the integration limits can be changed as long as they still accurately represent the physical boundaries and properties of the system being studied. In some cases, changing the integration limits can simplify the equations or make them more applicable to a specific scenario.

4. What happens if the integration limits are not properly chosen in the Maxwell equations?

If the integration limits are not properly chosen, the resulting equations may not accurately represent the physical situation being studied. This can lead to incorrect predictions and interpretations of the behavior of electric and magnetic fields.

5. Are there any limitations to the integration limits in the Maxwell equations?

Yes, there are limitations to the integration limits in the Maxwell equations. These limitations depend on the specific equations being used and the physical situation being described. For example, in the case of Gauss's Law, the integration limits must be chosen to enclose the entire charge distribution being studied.

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