The density within of sphere so that gravity is constant

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The discussion focuses on determining the density function ρ(r) of a sphere where the gravitational field vector g remains constant regardless of the distance from the center. Utilizing Gauss's law for gravity, the relationship between gravitational field and mass density is established. The key equation derived is g(4πr²) = -4πGM, indicating that the density must vary in a specific manner to maintain a constant gravitational field. The solution requires integrating the density over the volume of the sphere while considering the gravitational field's constancy.

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Homework Statement


If the gravitational field vector g inside a sphere is independent of the
distance from the center of the sphere r, how does the density ρ(r) of the
sphere vary as a function of r?


Homework Equations


gauss' law for gravity: integrate g*da=4*pi*G integrate ρ(r) dv



The Attempt at a Solution


So far i have g=contant= (a/r^2) integrate 0 to r r^2 dr I am not sure what to do next.
 
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If the field vector g inside is constant with respect to radii, then you can pull it outside the integral for Gauss's law as long as your gaussian surface is a sphere. So you get [tex]g\oint_{dS}dA = -4\pi GM[/tex] The integral is just the surface area of the sphere you have, so [tex]g(4\pi r^2)=-4\pi GM[/tex] Can you figure it out from there?
 

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