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is gauss law (i.e surface integeral of E.ds is equal to charge enclosed upon epsilon not ) valid for charges in motion or is it just valid for electrostatic conditions ?
Gauss's Law is a fundamental law of electromagnetism that relates the electric flux through a closed surface to the charge enclosed within the surface. This law is applicable in situations where there is symmetry in the electric field, making it easier to calculate the electric flux and distribution of charge.
Gauss's Law states that the electric flux through a closed surface is equal to the charge enclosed within the surface divided by the permittivity of free space. This allows us to calculate the electric field at a point by knowing the charge enclosed within a surface and the shape of the surface itself.
The main assumption in applying Gauss's Law is that the electric field must have symmetry. This means that the electric field must be constant in magnitude and direction over the surface being considered. Additionally, the surface must be closed and completely enclose the charge distribution.
No, Gauss's Law is only applicable in situations where there is symmetry in the electric field. If the electric field is not symmetrical, then the electric flux cannot be calculated and Gauss's Law cannot be used.
Gauss's Law is a mathematical formulation of Coulomb's Law. It allows us to calculate the electric field at a point using the charge enclosed within a closed surface. Coulomb's Law, on the other hand, gives us the force between two point charges based on their distance and magnitude. Both laws are fundamental in understanding and predicting the behavior of electric charges.