Poissons' Equation, Electric Potential

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The discussion revolves around solving Poisson's equation to find the electric potential inside a uniformly charged sphere with radius R. The user initially derived a potential equation but struggled to determine the second constant due to confusion with boundary conditions. They noted that the potential should remain constant at the boundary of the sphere, which led to difficulties in applying the Laplace equation correctly. Ultimately, the user resolved their issue by realizing they had incorrectly applied the Laplace equation. The conversation highlights the importance of correctly interpreting boundary conditions in electrostatics problems.
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Homework Statement


In an imaginary sphere with radius R, there exist uniformly distributed space charge ρ. Find the potential in all points in space, bounded by this sphere. (r<R). Dielectric is air. ******Must use Poisson or Laplace equation******

Homework Equations


\nabla\cdot\nabla ={\Large -\frac{\rho}{\epsilon _{0}}}

The Attempt at a Solution



I did everything, and I found that one of the constants is 0.

But I get stuck when trying to find the second constant.

\phi (r) ={\Large -\frac{\rho r^{2}}{6\epsilon _{0}}}+C_{2}

I know that potential is constant on R. But I don't know how to use that. I am basically stuck here. I tried with some derivations, that equal 0 etc. But didn't get me anywhere.

I have the solution for the constant: C_{2}={\Large \frac{\rho R^{2}}{2\epsilon _{0}}}

Can somebody help me?
 
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Nevermind I got it. I misplaced the la place equation.
 
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