15.3.50 Double integral of circle and graph

In summary, the conversation is about finding the double integral of a circle and graphing it. The W|A answer was $\displaystyle \int_{0}^{1} \int_{0}^{\sqrt{1-x^2}} \sqrt{x^2+y^2} \, dydx=\frac{\pi}{6}$, but the method used to solve it is not mentioned. The idea of using polar coordinates is suggested, and the boundaries of the area to be graphed are discussed. The possible integral to be graphed in Desmos is given as $\displaystyle \int_{0}^{1} \int_{0}^{r\sin\theta} \sqrt{r\cos^2\
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$\displaystyle
\int_{0}^{1}
\int_{0}^{\sqrt{1-x^2}}
\sqrt{x^2+y^2}
\, dydx=\frac{\pi}{6}$

this was the W|A answer
but how ?

also supposed to graph this
but didn't know the input for desmos
 
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Re: 15.3.50 dbl int of circle and graph

karush said:
$\displaystyle
\int_{0}^{1}
\int_{0}^{\sqrt{1-x^2}}
\sqrt{x^2+y^2}
\, dydx=\frac{\pi}{6}$

this was the W|A answer
but how ?

also supposed to graph this
but didn't know the input for desmos

Hi karush!

The occurrence of $\sqrt{x^2+y^2}$ strongly suggests that polar coordinates are in order.
How about substituting $x=r\cos\phi, y=r\sin\phi$?

As for graphing, I guess we would want to graph the boundaries of the area that we integrate.
Can we tell which function and line segments describe those boundaries, so that we can graph them in Desmos?
 
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Re: 15.3.50 dbl int of circle and graph

$\displaystyle
\int_{0}^{1}
\int_{0}^{r\sin\theta}
\sqrt{r\cos^2\theta+r\sin^2 \theta}
\, d\theta dr$
are you sugesting this
 
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FAQ: 15.3.50 Double integral of circle and graph

What is a double integral?

A double integral is a type of integration where the function being integrated is a two-dimensional function, and the integration is performed over a two-dimensional region. In other words, it is the integration of a function of two variables over a specific area in the xy-plane.

How do you calculate a double integral?

To calculate a double integral, you first need to determine the limits of integration for both variables. Then, you can use one of the integration methods, such as rectangular, polar, or cylindrical coordinates, to evaluate the integral. Finally, you integrate the inner integral first and then the outer integral.

What is the purpose of a double integral in mathematics?

The purpose of a double integral is to calculate the volume under a surface in a two-dimensional space. It is also used to calculate the area of a region bounded by a curve or curves in the xy-plane. Double integrals have many applications in physics, engineering, and economics.

How is a double integral related to a circle and a graph?

A double integral can be used to find the area of a region bounded by a circle and a graph in the xy-plane. This is because a circle can be represented by a function, and the double integral can be used to find the area under this function within the boundaries of the circle. This is a common application of double integrals in mathematics.

What are some real-life applications of double integrals?

Double integrals have many real-life applications, such as calculating the center of mass of an object, finding the moment of inertia of a solid, determining the volume of a three-dimensional shape, and analyzing the flow of fluids. They are also used in optimization problems, such as finding the maximum or minimum value of a function.

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