Integration: 1/((x^(1/2)-x^(1/3))

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The integral problem presented involves the expression 1/((x^(1/2)-x^(1/3)), specifically the integral ∫ 1/(√x - ∛x) dx. A suggested method for solving this integral is to use the substitution x = u^6, which simplifies the expression and allows for easier integration. This leads to the transformed integral ∫ 6u^3/(u-1) du, which can be further broken down into simpler components for integration. The discussion emphasizes the importance of proper substitution and transformation in solving complex integrals. Overall, the integration process can be effectively managed with the right approach.
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I have no idea where to start with this. Sorry about the format, I don't know where to make it into an easier to read style.

1/((x^(1/2)-x^(1/3))
 
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The problem is: \int \dfrac{1}{\sqrt{x} - \sqrt[3]{x}} dx

Here, http://www.wolframalpha.com/input/?i=integrate+1%2F((x^(1%2F2)-x^(1%2F3))
Click on show steps and that's it.

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Or, you could do as follows:
Introduce:
x=u^{6}\to\frac{dx}{du}=6u^{5}\to{dx}=6u^{5}du
Then,
\int\frac{dx}{\sqrt{x}-\sqrt[3]{x}}=\int\frac{6u^{5}}{u^{3}-u^{2}}du=\int\frac{6u^{3}}{u-1}du=6\int({u}^{2}+u+1+\frac{1}{u-1})du
which is easily integrated.
 

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