Current density constant in time implies charge density linear in time?

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A constant current density in time suggests that the charge density must change linearly over time. This relationship can be expressed mathematically as p(r,t) = p(r,0) + \dot{p}(r,0)t. The continuity equation supports this derivation, indicating that for the current density (j) to remain constant, the rate of change of charge density (dp/dt) must also be constant. Therefore, a linear function of time for charge density is a valid conclusion. The discussion confirms the connection between current density and charge density dynamics.
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Does current density being constant in time and the charge density NOT being constant in time imply that the charge density has to be a linear function of time? i.e of the form
p(r,t) = p(r,0) + \dot{p}(r,0)t }
Can this be derived using the continuity equation alone?
 
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Yes. For j to be constant in time requires dp/dt to be constant in time.
 

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