How to Set Up a Surface Integral for Finding Average Value on a Unit Sphere?

In summary, the problem is to find the average value of the function f(x,y,z)=xyz on the unit sphere in the first octant, using a surface integral and dividing by the surface area of the region. The solution requires setting up a double integral in spherical coordinates, with the element of surface area being ##dS = ??##. Help is needed with setting up the integration.
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Homework Statement



Find the average value of the function f(x,y,z)=xyz on the unit sphere in the first octant

Homework Equations



I know that I need the surface integral of xyz over the sphere and then need to divide by the surface area of the region, but I'm having a hard time setting up the integration. We have always done surface integrals with double integrals, but for this I feel like spherical coordinates need to be used which I only know how to set up in a triple integral. Help please!

The Attempt at a Solution

 
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jacksonb62 said:

Homework Statement



Find the average value of the function f(x,y,z)=xyz on the unit sphere in the first octant

Homework Equations



I know that I need the surface integral of xyz over the sphere and then need to divide by the surface area of the region, but I'm having a hard time setting up the integration. We have always done surface integrals with double integrals, but for this I feel like spherical coordinates need to be used which I only know how to set up in a triple integral. Help please!

The Attempt at a Solution


Spherical coordinates with ##\rho## constant will only have two variables, giving a double integral. What is the formula for the element of surface area in spherical coordinates? ##dS = ??##.
 

FAQ: How to Set Up a Surface Integral for Finding Average Value on a Unit Sphere?

What is a hard surface integral problem?

A hard surface integral problem is a type of mathematical problem that involves calculating the surface area of a three-dimensional shape. It is called "hard" because it typically requires more complex calculations and techniques compared to simpler surface integral problems.

What is the difference between a hard surface integral problem and a regular surface integral problem?

The main difference between a hard surface integral problem and a regular surface integral problem is the complexity of the calculations involved. Hard surface integral problems often require more advanced mathematical techniques, such as vector calculus, to solve.

What types of shapes can be solved using hard surface integral problems?

Hard surface integral problems can be used to solve for the surface area of any three-dimensional shape, including spheres, cylinders, cones, and more complex shapes such as tori and ellipsoids.

What is the purpose of solving a hard surface integral problem?

The purpose of solving a hard surface integral problem is to find the surface area of a three-dimensional object. This can be useful in various fields such as engineering, physics, and computer graphics, where accurate surface area calculations are necessary.

What are some common techniques used to solve hard surface integral problems?

Some common techniques used to solve hard surface integral problems include parametrization, using vector calculus identities, and breaking the surface into smaller, simpler shapes to calculate their surface areas individually.

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