Part 5/10:
- Electromagnetic Induction - Exploring electric effects resulting from varying magnetic fields.
Maxwell's strategic decision to begin with an intuitive grasp of Faraday's theories facilitated his breakthroughs; he regarded electric and magnetic phenomena through the lens of field lines, resembling fluid dynamics.
Mathematical Foundations: Divergence and Curl
Before delving into Maxwell's equations, understanding essential mathematical concepts such as divergence and curl is crucial. Divergence quantitatively measures the change in density of a fluid at a point, while curl indicates the rotational aspect at that point.