Double integral into the polar form

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The discussion revolves around converting a double integral into polar coordinates, specifically focusing on the integral of the function xy. Participants explore the transformation of variables from Cartesian to polar form and the implications of this change on the integral's setup.

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  • Conceptual clarification, Mathematical reasoning

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  • The original poster attempts to understand the conversion process for the integral of xy into polar coordinates, expressing awareness of the transformation for x^2 + y^2 but seeking clarity on the specific case of xy. Some participants discuss the expression for xy in polar coordinates and the necessary adjustments for the area element in the transformation.

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The discussion is active, with participants providing insights into the polar transformation and addressing the need for the Jacobian factor in the integration process. There is an ongoing exploration of the correct formulation for the integral in polar coordinates, but no consensus has been reached yet.

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The original poster indicates they are aware of the limits of integration but prefers to focus on the conceptual understanding rather than specific numerical solutions.

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hello i have this problem about polar form, i am aware that when you have a problem like [tex]\int\int[/tex] x^2 + y^2 dxdy you use r^2 = x^2 + y^2 but i what would you do if you had a problem like [tex]\int\int[/tex] xy dxdy?

thanks in advance.

edit: i know the limits if you need them please let me know but i was more interested in the concept behind it
 
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If you have,
[tex]\iint_R xy \ dA[/tex] then since [tex]x=r\cos \phi[/tex] and [tex]y = r\sin \phi[/tex] it means, [tex]xy = r^2 \sin \phi \cos \phi = \frac{1}{2} r^2 \sin (2\phi)[/tex].
 
so you would just integrate 1/2r^2sin(2(teta)
 
No you also have to remember the factor of [tex]r[/tex] whichs appears in the Jacobian.
 
That is, the "differential of area" in polar coordinates is [itex]r dr d\theta[/itex].
 

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