Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach with Modern Physics (4th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0133942651
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Chapter 24 - Gauss's Law - Conceptual Questions - Page 682: 9

Answer

Student 2 is correct.

Work Step by Step

Gauss law states that flux passing through a surface,$\phi=\frac {q_{enclosed}}{\epsilon_{0}}$ . As charge enclosed by both the surfaces is same ,therefore, flux through them is same. Hence, Student 2 is correct.
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