Area and Volumes of Solid of Revolution

In summary, the concept of "Area and Volumes of Solid of Revolution" involves calculating the area and volume of a solid object formed by rotating a two-dimensional shape around an axis. To calculate the area, one must find the circumference and use formulas for the base area and lateral area. The volume can be found using a formula derived from the volume of a cylinder. Real-life applications include engineering and architecture, but there are limitations in that it can only be applied to objects with rotational symmetry and smooth, continuous surfaces.
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1. find the area common to r=1+cos@ and r=3^(1/2) sin@

2. find the volume generated by rotating the region bounded by
(x-1)^2 + (y-2)^2 = 4 around
a. x axis
b. y -axis
c. x = 3
d. y = 4
 
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So? What have you done?
 
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1. To find the area common to r=1+cos@ and r=3^(1/2) sin@, we first need to set up the integral. Since we are dealing with polar coordinates, the area formula is given by A=1/2∫(r)^2 d@. We can rewrite both equations in terms of @ by substituting x=rcos@ and y=rsin@. This gives us r=1+cos@ and r=√3sin@.

To find the common area, we need to find the points of intersection between the two curves. Setting them equal to each other, we get 1+cos@=√3sin@. Solving for @, we get @=π/3 and @=5π/3.

Now, we can set up the integral as A=1/2∫(√3sin@)^2 d@ from @=π/3 to @=5π/3. Evaluating the integral, we get A=π/2-√3/4 square units.

2. To find the volume generated by rotating the region bounded by (x-1)^2 + (y-2)^2 = 4, we need to use the formula V=∫π(r)^2 dy (if rotating around the x-axis) or V=∫π(r)^2 dx (if rotating around the y-axis).

a. For rotating around the x-axis, we can rewrite the equation in terms of x by substituting x=r+1 and y=r+2. This gives us r=√(3-x^2). Plugging this into the formula, we get V=∫π(√(3-x^2))^2 dy from y=0 to y=3. Evaluating the integral, we get V=9π/2 cubic units.

b. For rotating around the y-axis, we can rewrite the equation in terms of y by substituting x=r+1 and y=r+2. This gives us r=√(3-y^2). Plugging this into the formula, we get V=∫π(√(3-y^2))^2 dx from x=0 to x=3. Evaluating the integral, we get V=9π/2 cubic units.

c. For rotating around the line x=3,
 

1. What is the concept of "Area and Volumes of Solid of Revolution"?

The concept of "Area and Volumes of Solid of Revolution" is a mathematical concept that involves calculating the area and volume of a solid object that is formed by rotating a two-dimensional shape around an axis. This concept is commonly used in calculus and is important for understanding the properties of three-dimensional objects.

2. How do you calculate the area of a solid of revolution?

To calculate the area of a solid of revolution, you first need to find the circumference of the base shape. This can be done using the formula C = 2πr, where r is the radius of the base shape. Then, you can use the formula A = πr^2 to find the area of the base shape. Finally, you can use the formula A = 2πrh to find the lateral area of the solid of revolution. The total area is then the sum of the base area and the lateral area.

3. How do you find the volume of a solid of revolution?

The volume of a solid of revolution can be calculated using the formula V = πr^2h, where r is the radius of the base shape and h is the height of the solid. This formula is derived from the formula for the volume of a cylinder, as a solid of revolution can be thought of as a stack of infinitely thin cylinders.

4. What are some real-life applications of "Area and Volumes of Solid of Revolution"?

The concept of "Area and Volumes of Solid of Revolution" has many real-life applications, such as in engineering and architecture. For example, when designing a water tank, engineers need to calculate the volume of the tank to determine its capacity. Calculating the volume of a solid of revolution is also important in determining the amount of material needed to create a cylindrical structure, such as a pipe or a column.

5. Are there any limitations to using "Area and Volumes of Solid of Revolution"?

One limitation of using "Area and Volumes of Solid of Revolution" is that it can only be applied to objects with rotational symmetry. This means that the shape being rotated must be able to create a solid object without any gaps or overlaps. Additionally, this concept can only be applied to objects with smooth, continuous surfaces, as discontinuities can affect the accuracy of the calculations.

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