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What is the nature of Gaussian surface involved in Gauss law of electrostatic?

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Scalar

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Electrical

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Magnetic

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Vector

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Solution

The correct option is C Vector
Gaussian surface vector is a closed surface in 3-D space through which flux (scalar) of a vector field is calculated.

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