Electric Field of a Point Charge

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The electric field of a point charge is considered infinite at the charge itself, according to Coulomb's Law. However, within the charge, the electric field is zero, as a point charge has all its charge concentrated at a single point with no internal structure. The discussion also highlights the distinction between conductors and non-conductors regarding their electric fields; conductors have zero electric field inside, while non-conductors typically have a non-zero electric field. Understanding these concepts is crucial for grasping electrostatics. Overall, the nature of the electric field varies based on the type of charge and its configuration.
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Hi,

A simple question:
Is the electric field of a point charge infinite at the charge itself?
Coulomb's Law clearly seems to say so, but I just want to be certain.

Thanks
 
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But, the electric field on the inside of the charge is zero.
 
We are talking about a point charge; all the charge concentrated at a single point. There is no "inside".
 
Even if the charge isn't a point charge, it makes a difference whether it's a conductor (which has zero E field inside, in electrostatics) or a non-conductor (which has a non-zero E field inside, in general).
 
Thank you all kindly for your replies.
 
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