E field calculation for q sphere

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The discussion revolves around the calculation of the electric field (E field) for a charged sphere, specifically addressing the use of absolute values in integrals and the reasoning behind the E field being zero inside the sphere. The original poster is attempting to derive Gauss's law without employing the divergence theorem.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Assumption checking

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  • The original poster questions the use of absolute values in the integral limits and seeks clarification on the transition from a specific value to the E field outside the sphere. They also inquire about the reasoning behind the E field being zero inside the sphere.

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The discussion is ongoing, with participants raising questions about clarity and the quality of shared images. Some participants express the need for clearer visuals to facilitate understanding. There is no explicit consensus yet, as multiple aspects of the problem remain under exploration.

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Participants have noted issues with the clarity of the attached image, which may hinder the discussion. The original poster is working within the constraints of a specific assignment related to the topic.

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I have managed to come up until the equation underlined with orange
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Look at the answer sheet
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I have some questions about this answer. Why do they use absolute value when writing in the limits in the integral underlined with orange?
And how do they get from this value where I have underlined with orange to the answer for E outside the sphere. Can someone do the rewriting?
And last why is the E field 0 inside the sphere? Is it related to the calculations or not? Can anyone explain why it is 0?

I am using this to try to derive gauss law without the divergence theorem
 

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Is there a reason that your attached image is so fuzzy? Can you link to the source?
 
I have scanned Griffiths introduction to electrodynamics onto my computer (I have bought two copies of the book). I marked the equality sign in the question. What else is unclear? Is it the question or the answer?
 
fisher garry said:
What else is unclear?
The image is extremely fuzzy, and it is problematic for you to ask us to squint our eyes to try to decode it. Please post a much clearer scan or image. Thank you.
 
here is a different answer. Albeit my questions are in thefirst image in my original post. But this is the same assignment
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