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Vector-fields are vector valued functions which define a vector at each point in space. Examples of the vector field include the electric field and the velocity of a fluid.

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Why does Gauss's law apply to any shape of a closed surface?

If you are convinced by the sphere argument, then consider for any irregular surface a spherical surface within it that contains entirely your charge. Then within a "sector" of certain solid angle, th …
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