Consider a Gaussian surface with spherical shape encloses a point charge q. If the point charge is moved from the center of the sphere to a point away from the center, does the electric field at a point on the sur face change? Does the total flux through the Gaussian surface change? Explain with justification.

Consider a Gaussian surface with spherical shape encloses a point charge q. If the point charge is moved from the center of the sphere to a point away from the center, does the electric field at a point on the sur face change? Does the total flux through the Gaussian surface change? Explain with justification.

Principles of Physics: A Calculus-Based Text

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Chapter19: Electric Forces And Electric Fields

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Problem 1CQ: A uniform electric field exists in a region of space containing no charges. What can you conclude...

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