Continuity of the first Maxwell equation.

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The discussion centers on proving the continuity of the first Maxwell equation, specifically regarding the divergence of the electric field, div(∇E) = (1/ε₀)ρ. The proof involves integrating both sides and relating the electric field to charge. A participant points out the ambiguity in defining the "y" direction, suggesting that only the parallel component of the electric field is continuous. After clarification that the y component is defined as parallel to the surface, the original poster seeks confirmation on the validity of the proof. The conversation emphasizes the importance of clear definitions in mathematical proofs.
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Suppose that we will proof the continuity of the first maxwell equation:

So we have div(\vec{E})=\frac{1}{\epsilon _0} \rho than \iiint \ div(\vec{E}) = \oint_v \vec{E} d\vec{s}=\iiint \frac{1}{\epsilon _0 } \rho
than follewed E_{y1} l -E_{y2}l=Q

Therefore E must continue is this a good proof? Thanks.
 
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You have not defined what "y" direction is. So your y components are ambiguous.

Only the parallel component of the E-field (parallel to the surface) is continuous.

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Thanks if I define my y component as the parallel one. Is than the proof oké?
 
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