In finding the electric field using Gauss law the formula E → = q e n c ε 0 A is applicable. In…
- Only when the Gaussian surface is an equipotential surface
- Only when the Gaussian surface is an equipotential surface and is constant on the surface.
- Only when constant on the surface.
- For any choice of Gaussian surface.
Solution
According to Gauss law of electrostatics, the electric flux through an enclosed surface is given by
From the formula of electric flux,
Also, the relation between electric field and electric potential is given by
So, the formula is only applicable when the Gaussian surface is an equipotential surface and is constant on the surface.
Asked in: JEE Main 2020 (08 Jan Shift 1)