(a) Explain the Gaussian surface concept (mathematical closed surface) in Gauss's Law.

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Explain the Gaussian surface concept (mathematical closed surface) in Gauss's Law.
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Gaussian surface is a closed surface that encloses the charge distribution. The electric flux through the surface is given by 1/ε0 times the charge enclosed by the surface.

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