Lorenz guage and equation of continuity

In summary, The conversation discusses the equation of continuity and the Lorenz gauge equation. The solution involves taking the gradient and curl of each side of the Lorenz gauge equation, after substituting for the gradient of potential. The conversation also mentions attempting to reach the Lorenz gauge equation from the continuity equation and asking for hints.
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π²³ ∞ ° → ~ µ ρ σ τ ω ∑ … √ ∫ ≤ ≥ ± ∃ · θ φ ψ Ω α β γ δ ∂ ∆ ∇ ε λ Λ Γ ô

Homework Statement


Show that Lorentz' gauge equation
∇.A = -µ(jωε+σe

is the equation of continuity

∇ .Ji = (jωε+σe)/ε P(R)

Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution



I tried taking curl, div of ampere's law, faraday's law but got nowhere.
Any clue or hint?
 
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You might start by taking the gradient of each side of the Lorentz Gauge equation, and then maybe taking the curl of each side of the resulting equation after substituting [itex]\mathbf{\nabla}\varphi=-\textbf{E}-\frac{\partial \textbf{A}}{\partial t}[/tex]
 
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Starting from continuity Equation, how to reach Lorenz guage?

I have tried everything, but I failed. Any hint would be appreciated.


gabbagabbahey said:
You might start by taking the gradient of each side of the Lorentz Gauge equation, and then maybe taking the curl of each side of the resulting equation after substituting [itex]\mathbf{\nabla}\varphi=-\textbf{E}-\frac{\partial \textbf{A}}{\partial t}[/tex]
 

Related to Lorenz guage and equation of continuity

What is the Lorenz gauge?

The Lorenz gauge, also known as the Lorenz condition, is a mathematical constraint used in the study of electromagnetic fields. It states that the divergence of the vector potential must be equal to the negative of the rate of change of the scalar potential with respect to time.

What is the equation of continuity?

The equation of continuity is a fundamental law of physics that states that the total amount of a conserved quantity in a given system must remain constant. In the case of fluid dynamics, it states that the mass of a fluid entering a certain region must be equal to the mass of the fluid leaving that region.

How are the Lorenz gauge and equation of continuity related?

The Lorenz gauge is used in the derivation of the equation of continuity for electromagnetic fields. This is because the gauge condition simplifies the equations of motion and allows for a more elegant derivation of the continuity equation.

Why is the Lorenz gauge important in electromagnetic theory?

The Lorenz gauge is important because it helps to simplify the equations of motion in electromagnetic theory. It also ensures that the solutions obtained are physically meaningful and do not violate the laws of conservation.

How is the Lorenz gauge used in practical applications?

The Lorenz gauge is used in various practical applications, such as in the design of electromagnetic devices and in the analysis of electromagnetic fields. It is also used in the development of numerical methods for solving electromagnetic problems.

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