Is Gauss's Law Always Intuitive in Electromagnetic Theory?

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Gauss's Law states that the electric field (E-field) is zero at all points on a Gaussian surface if the net charge enclosed is zero. It is also true that the electric flux through a closed surface within a charged conductor is zero. Additionally, the electric flux through a closed surface is independent of static charges located outside that surface. The discussion highlights confusion around the intuitive understanding of these concepts in electromagnetic theory. Ultimately, the participant resolved their uncertainties regarding the statements presented.
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Homework Statement



The Flux of the E-Field is a vector.
It is safer to sit inside a car when lightning strikes than to stand in the open.
If the net charge enclosed by a Gaussian Surface is zero, then by Gauss' Law, the E-Field is zero at all points on the surface.
The Electric flux through a closed surface wholly within a charged conductor is zero.
The Electric Flux through a closed surface is independent of static charges outside the surface.

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These are all either true or false

The Attempt at a Solution


1 is false
2 i think is false because because a charge within a hollow conductor makes the whole conductor act as if it were the charge
3 is true
4 i know is true
5 false

help? I am going nuts
 
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