Uploaded August 2019 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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Maxwell's equation are written in the language of vector calculus, specifically divergence and curl. Understanding how the electromagnetic field works requires we also understand that language. Unfortunately, symbols can be ugly, so let's try some dynamic visuals instead.

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Electrodynamics Series:
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RELATED YOUTUBE VIDEOS

3blue1brown on Divergence and Curl:
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Eugene on Divergence and Curl:
youtu.be/qOcFJKQPZfo

Khan Academy on Divergence and Curl:
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Code used for fluid flow animations:
anvaka.github.io/fieldplay
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