Maxwell's Equations

Definition

Maxwell's Equations are a set of four fundamental equations that describe how electric and magnetic fields interact with each other and with charges/currents. They form the foundation for understanding electromagnetic phenomena.

Related terms

Gauss's Law:

One of Maxwell's Equations that relates electric fields to the distribution of electric charges.

Faraday's Law:

One of Maxwell's Equations that describes how a changing magnetic field induces an electric field.

Ampere-Maxwell Law: One of Maxwell's Equations that relates magnetic fields to currents and changing electric fields.