Scalar Field (Physics)/Examples

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Examples of Scalar Fields in the context of Physics

Temperature Distribution

The distribution of temperature throughout a body is an example of a scalar field.


Density

The (mass) density of a body is an example of a scalar field.


Electric Charge Density

The electric charge density within a region of space is an example of a scalar field.


Electric Potential

The electric potential within a region of space is an example of a scalar field.

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