The discussion revolves around determining the electric potential inside a sphere with a charge distributed in the lower half, while the upper half is uncharged. The problem involves concepts from electrostatics and potential theory.
The conversation is ongoing, with participants raising questions about the specifics of the charge distribution and the potential to be calculated. Some guidance has been offered regarding the importance of uniformity in charge distribution, but no consensus has been reached on the method to proceed.
There is mention of the need to clarify whether the potential should be found at all points inside the sphere or just along the axis. The distinction between a hollow sphere and a filled sphere is also noted, which may affect the approach taken.
It just said that a charge Q is distributed uniformly in the lower hemisphere. Find the potential inside and outside.mfb said:I don't think you can avoid an integration over the sphere.
What is the charge distribution?
shinobi20 said:Homework Statement
Suppose a charge is distributed in a lower half region of a sphere and the upper half has zero charge. What is the potential inside?
All points inside the sphere. If it were a hollow sphere, laplace equation will do but for this case, I think it should be poisson equation?TSny said:Are you meant to find the potential at all points inside, or just on the axis of the hemisphere?