Question

In terms of the dielectric constant K, what happens to The electric flux through the Gaussian surface shown in Fig. 24.22 When the dielectric is inserted into the previously empty space Between the plates? Explain.

Short answer

The electric flux will decrease as a dielectric is inserted between the two plates

Step-by-step solution

Step 1:About The  Gaussian Surface

Gaussian surface (sometimes abbreviated as G.S.) is a closed surface in three-dimensional space through which the flux of a vector field is calculated; usually the gravitational field, the electric field, or magnetic field.

Determine When the dielectric is inserted into the previously empty space Between the plates

A shown by equation 24.23

The electric field is inversely proportional to the dielectric constant K, as the dielectric constant increases the electric field decreases, therefore, the electric flux will decrease as a dielectric is inserted between the two plates

Result

Therefore The electric flux will decrease as a dielectric is inserted between the two plates