Calculating d(rho) When Rho Is a Constant

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The discussion clarifies that rho (ρ) is not a constant but rather represents the radius in polar coordinates, serving as a variable of integration. Participants emphasize that the appearance of d(ρ) in calculations indicates that ρ varies rather than remaining fixed. This distinction is crucial for accurate mathematical modeling in polar coordinate systems.

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As rho should be a constant. Then how d(rho) appears in the calculations.
 

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rho isn't a constant. It's the radius in polar coordinates, it's a variable of integration.
 

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