Where can I find the proof for charge conservation?

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The discussion centers on the proof of charge conservation, specifically regarding the distribution of charge between two conductive spheres. When a charged sphere touches an uncharged sphere, the charges redistribute evenly, resulting in both spheres reaching the same electrical potential. If the spheres are identical in size, the charges will be equal post-contact. This principle is fundamental in electrostatics and is crucial for understanding charge interactions in conductive materials.

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Hi, does anyone know where I can find the proof for charge conservation, or another way to prove this.

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Prove that whenever I charge a sphere and touch another uncharged sphere, the charges are distributed between them evenly.
 
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If the spheres are conductors then the charge will be distributed over the pair of spheres in such a way that they end up at the same electrical potential. The charges will be equal if the spheres are the same size.
 

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