What is the total charge enclosed

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The discussion revolves around applying Gauss's law to determine the total charge enclosed in a given scenario. The user outlines their solution process, indicating that the electric field (E) is constant and can be factored out of the integral. They derive the expression for the enclosed charge as q(enc) = c * 4 * π * r^3. Additionally, there is a concern about the original problem statement disappearing, which complicates the discussion. The importance of using the "Reply" feature for clarity and maintaining context in homework discussions is emphasized.
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Homework Statement



Homework Equations


gauss law

The Attempt at a Solution

I got D.

Integral ( E dot da) = q(enc)/ e0
E is constant so iit can come out and the angle between them is zero (cos(0)=1

|E| integral (da)

which gives me
|E| a

where a=4 pi r^2

c *(r/e0) * 4 pi r^2

q(enc)= c*4*pi*r^3
 
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Looks good to me.
 
To me the problem statement looks rather empty !
 
BvU said:
To me the problem statement looks rather empty !
Oh wow! It disappeared. When I first looked at this there was a photograph of a problem. I wonder what happened?
 
:smile:
 
BvU said:
To me the problem statement looks rather empty !
Cutter Ketch said:
Oh wow! It disappeared. When I first looked at this there was a photograph of a problem. I wonder what happened?
It would help greatly if those helping with Homework would use the "Reply" feature. In particular, use The "Reply" feature to make sure that there is a readily available copy of the Original Post.
 
Consider that a task for the forum software. A historian or something. All this "full post reply" stuff just fills my screens with mostly superfluous copies.
 
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