How is Angular Momentum Conserved in Electromagnetic Fields?

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The conservation of angular momentum in electromagnetic fields is governed by the differential form of the conservation law: ∂/∂t(Lfield + Lmech) + div(M) = 0. Here, L-field is defined as μεx x (Ex H), where ε represents permittivity and μ represents permeability. The Maxwell stress tensor T plays a crucial role in the formulation of the momentum density M. For a thorough understanding, "Classical Electromagnetism" by Franklin is recommended as a foundational text.

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  • Understanding of electromagnetic fields and their properties
  • Familiarity with Maxwell's equations and the Maxwell stress tensor
  • Knowledge of angular momentum conservation principles
  • Basic concepts of permittivity (ε) and permeability (μ)
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  • Study the derivation of linear momentum conservation in electromagnetic fields
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  • Explore the application of the Maxwell stress tensor in various scenarios
  • Investigate the implications of angular momentum conservation in different media
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Question1: Discuss the conservation of angular momentum for a macroscopic system of sources and Electromagnetic fields in a uniform isotropic dispersionless medium of permittivity epsilon and permeability mu.
Question2: Show that the differential form of the conservation law is:

∂/∂t(Lfield + Lmech) + div(M) = 0

where L-field = μεx x (Ex H)

and M = T x x

T is the Maxwells stress tensor

I am wanting help with both these questions
1st question: Would like some help to get started such as a couple of bullet points
2nd question: Not sure where to start

Thanks

GM
 
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The derivation for linear momentum is in most textbooks. Just repeat it for rXP. I suggest you look at "Classical Electromagnetism" by Franklin, which shows when to use E,D,B,H.
 

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