Solving Gauss Law Problems: Understanding Flux & Point Charges

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Gauss's Law relates the electric flux through a closed surface to the charge enclosed by that surface. For a point charge +q located at the edge of a cube, the net flux through the remaining sides can be calculated using the principle of symmetry and the total flux due to the charge. The provided link offers a detailed explanation of Gauss's Law and its applications. Understanding the distribution of electric field lines and how they intersect with surfaces is crucial for solving these problems. Mastery of these concepts is essential for tackling more complex electrostatics scenarios.

Apr 16, 2008

goyal.vishesh

problem in flux / gauss law

could someone please post me a link which can explain gauss law. i am having trouble understanding the basics regarding it.

eg. if we have a point charge +q kept at the edge of a cube of say side 'a' , what will be the net flux through the remaining sides...

thank you

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Apr 16, 2008

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FYI: http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/Hbase/electric/gaulaw.html

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