Introduction to Electrodynamics
Introduction to Electrodynamics
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Author: David J. Griffiths
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
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Chapter 3.3, Problem 3.20P

Suppose the potential V 0 ( θ ) at the surface of a sphere is specified, and there is no charge inside or outside the sphere. Show that the charge density onthe sphere is given by

   σ ( θ ) = 0 2 R i = 1 n ( 2 l + 1 ) 2 C l P l ( cos θ ) ,     (3.88)

where

   C l = 0 π V 0 ( θ ) P l ( cos θ ) sin θ d θ .     (3.89)

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