Applying Stoke's Theorem to a parabaloid

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The problem involves applying Stoke's Theorem to a surface defined by the equation y=10−x^2−z^2, with the constraint that y≥1. The vector field F is given, and the task is to evaluate the surface integral of the curl of F over the specified surface.

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  • Exploratory, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • The original poster attempts to parameterize the boundary of the surface and compute the integral, but expresses uncertainty about the correctness of their approach. Some participants question the understanding of the boundary conditions and the orientation of the surface.

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The discussion is ongoing, with participants providing hints and prompting the original poster to reconsider certain aspects of the problem, particularly the restrictions on y and the orientation of the surface.

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There is a noted restriction on y that may affect the interpretation of the surface and its boundary. The orientation of the surface is also a point of contention that may influence the outcome of the integral.

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Homework Statement


Let S be the surface defined by y=10−x^2−z^2 with y≥1, oriented with rightward-pointing normal. Let F=(2xyz+5z)i+e^(x)cosyzj+(x^2)yk. Determine ∫∫∇×F·dS.


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∫∫∇×F·dS = ∫F·dS

The Attempt at a Solution


I think the boundary of the surface is the circle of radius √5 in the xz plane. The parameterization of this should be equal to <√5cost,0,√5sint>. After plugging this parameterization into F and taking the dot product with dS I got ∫-25sin2tdt from 0 to 2 pi, which equals -25∏, however this is not the correct answer. I am not sure about what I am doing wrong. I would appreciate any assistance.
 
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mlb2358 said:
Let S be the surface defined by y=10−x^2−z^2 with y≥1,

I think the boundary of the surface is the circle of radius √5 in the xz plane.

nooo … :wink:
 
Reread your problem. What is the restriction on y?
 
And think about the orientation.
 

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