Are There Surfaces of Force in Addition to Lines of Force in Fields?

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I think everyone has heard about equipotential lines and equipotential surfaces; such as lines of force too. My question is: exist surface of force too? If yes, what is it?
 
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They would be at right angles to the lines of equipotential.
 

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