Evaluating a Surface Integral: xze^y i -xze^y j +z k

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The discussion focuses on evaluating the surface integral of the vector field F(x,y,z) = xze^y i - xze^y j + z k over the surface defined by the plane x + y + 2z = 2 in the first octant, oriented downwards. The initial setup involves transforming the integral into a double integral over the region R, with a substitution for z based on the plane equation. The user expresses uncertainty about the correctness of their approach and whether further substitutions are needed in the integral. The complexity of the integral is acknowledged, indicating a challenging problem. The thread seeks confirmation and guidance on the evaluation process.
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Homework Statement



Evalute the surface integral

Homework Equations



F(x,y,z)=xze^y i -xze^y j +z k for the surface is partof the plane x+y+2z=2 in the first octant and orientated downwards

The Attempt at a Solution



\displaystyle \int \int_{\sigma} F dS=\int \int_R (xze^y i -xze^y j +z k)(z_x i+ z_y j -k) dA=\int \int_R (x^2z^2e^y-xyz^2e^y-z) dA


Is this correct so far...if so have I to substitute for z and put in above integral. Looks like a difficult integral...?
 
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Something like

\displaystyle \int \int_{\sigma} F dS=\int \int_R (xze^y i -xze^y j +z k)(z_x i+ z_y j -k) dA=\int \int_R (x^2z^2e^y-xyz^2e^y-z) dA \implies

\displaystyle \int \int_{\sigma} F dS=\int \int_R (x^2(\frac{2-x-y}{2})^2 e^y-xy(\frac{2-x-y}{2})^2 e^y-(\frac{2-x-y}{2})) dA.?

Posted at this link also. Will notify both forums of any responses. Thanks
http://www.freemathhelp.com/forum/threads/73614-surface-integral
 
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