Physics (5th Edition)
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Author: James S. Walker
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Chapter 19.7, Problem 7EYU
Four Gaussian surfaces (A, B, C, D) are shown in Figure 19-35, along with four charges of equal magnitude. The two charges on the left are positive; the two charges on the right are negative. Rank the four Gaussian surfaces in order of increasing electric flux, from most negative to most positive. Indicate ties where appropriate.
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