Question

State whether true or false :

Gauss law is applicable only when there is a symmetric distribution of charge.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is B False

False.

Gauss law sates that the area integral of the electric field over any closed surface is equal to the net charge enclosed in that surface divided by the permittivity of space. So, it is applicable for any charge distribution. Generally it is more useful for symmetrical distribution of charges.