Integrating Multiple Solid Volumes: xy-Plane, x=1, x=3

In summary, "Integrating Multiple Solid Volumes" refers to finding the total volume of multiple solid objects by combining their individual volumes. The xy-plane in this context is the 2-dimensional coordinate plane where the integration will take place. The boundaries of the integration along the x-axis are represented by x=1 and x=3. This type of integration is useful in scientific research, particularly in fields like physics, engineering, and chemistry. Real-life applications of integrating multiple solid volumes include calculating fluid volumes, determining material needs for construction, and analyzing biological structures.
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Homework Statement



A solid is bounded by the surface z=x^2-y^2, the xy-plane, and the plane x=1 and x=3. Compute, by double integration, the volume of the the solid.

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The Attempt at a Solution


I know that the height is the z function and the lower limit of is x= 1 and upper limit is x=3.
Yet, i can't think of the y interval of the integral
 
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Richardbryant said:
i can't think of the y interval of the integral
You know z>0. Since x has limits, one of your equations puts limits on y.
 
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1. What does "Integrating Multiple Solid Volumes" mean?

"Integrating Multiple Solid Volumes" refers to the process of finding the total volume of multiple solid objects by combining their individual volumes.

2. What is the xy-plane in this context?

In this context, the xy-plane refers to the 2-dimensional coordinate plane where the x and y axes intersect. This is where the integration will take place.

3. What does x=1 and x=3 represent in this integration?

x=1 and x=3 represent the boundaries of the integration along the x-axis. This means that the integration will only take place between these two values.

4. How is this type of integration useful in scientific research?

Integrating multiple solid volumes is useful in many scientific fields, such as physics, engineering, and chemistry. It allows for the calculation of the total volume of complex 3-dimensional objects, which is important in understanding their properties and behavior.

5. What are some real-life applications of integrating multiple solid volumes?

Integrating multiple solid volumes has many real-life applications, such as calculating the volume of fluids in a container, determining the amount of material needed for construction projects, and analyzing the shape and size of biological structures in medicine and biology.

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