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Kolahal Bhattacharya
Mar8-07, 01:56 PM
1. The problem statement, all variables and given/known data

I am to show: closed integral {phi (grad phi)} X (n^)dS=0

2. Relevant equations



3. The attempt at a solution

I understand I am to use divergence theorem here.but cannot approach.Please help

Dick
Mar8-07, 04:15 PM
Is 'X' supposed to mean a cross product between the normal vector and the gradient?

Kolahal Bhattacharya
Mar8-07, 10:38 PM
yes.It means that.

Dick
Mar9-07, 08:45 AM
Try using \int_S n \times a dS = \int_V curl(a) dV.