Evaluating Line Integrals with Green's Theorem

In summary, Green's Theorem is a mathematical concept that relates a line integral around a closed curve to a double integral over the region bounded by the curve. It is useful for evaluating line integrals and finding the area of a region bounded by a curve. The formula for Green's Theorem is &#8747;<sub>C</sub>F(x,y) ds = &#8747;<sub>D</sub>(&#8707;F/&#8707;x - &#8707;G/&#8707;y) dA, and it can be used by rewriting the line integral in terms of F and G, finding the partial derivatives, and setting up a double integral. Some tips for using Green's Theorem include ensuring the curve
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Homework Statement


Let C be the boundary of the region bounded by the curves y=[itex]x^{2}[/itex] and y=x. Assuming C is oriented counter clockwise, Use green's theorem to evaluate the following line integrals (a) [itex]\oint(6xy-y^2)dx[/itex] and (b) [itex]\oint(6xy-y^2)dy[/itex]

Homework Equations


The Attempt at a Solution



[itex]\int^{0}_{1} 6x^2 - x^2[/itex]
[itex]\int^{0}_{1} 5x^2 [/itex] = -[itex]\frac{5}{3}[/itex]
and
[itex]\int^{1}_{0} 6x^3 - x^4[/itex] = [itex]\frac{6}{4} - \frac{1}{5} = \frac{13}{10}[/itex]

so [itex]\oint[/itex] = -[itex]\frac{11}{30}[/itex]

but
[itex]\int\int_{R}[/itex] [itex]\frac{\partial N}{\partial x} - \frac{\partial M}{\partial y}[/itex])dxdy
M=6xy-[itex]y^{2}[/itex] and N=0
[itex]\frac{\partial M}{\partial y} 6x-2y[/itex]

[itex]\int\int_{R}[/itex](6x-2y)dxdy

[itex]\int^{1}_{0} [ \int^{x}_{y=x^2} (6x-2y)dy] dx [/itex]

[itex]\int^{1}_{0} 5x^2 - 6x^3 - x^4 dx [/itex]

= [itex]\frac{-1}{30}[/itex]
anyone got any idea what I am doing wrong here!stumped
 
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gtfitzpatrick said:

Homework Statement


Let C be the boundary of the region bounded by the curves y=[itex]x^{2}[/itex] and y=x. Assuming C is oriented counter clockwise, Use green's theorem to evaluate the following line integrals (a) [itex]\oint(6xy-y^2)dx[/itex] and (b) [itex]\oint(6xy-y^2)dy[/itex]


Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution



[itex]\int^{0}_{1} 6x^2 - x^2[/itex]
[itex]\int^{0}_{1} 5x^2 [/itex] = -[itex]\frac{5}{3}[/itex]
and
[itex]\int^{1}_{0} 6x^3 - x^4[/itex] = [itex]\frac{6}{4} - \frac{1}{5} = \frac{13}{10}[/itex]

so [itex]\oint[/itex] = -[itex]\frac{11}{30}[/itex]

Poorly written, but assuming you are doing the circuit integral -11/30 is correct.

but
[itex]\int\int_{R}[/itex] [itex]\frac{\partial N}{\partial x} - \frac{\partial M}{\partial y}[/itex])dxdy
M=6xy-[itex]y^{2}[/itex] and N=0
[itex]\frac{\partial M}{\partial y} 6x-2y[/itex]

[itex]\int\int_{R}[/itex](6x-2y)dxdy

[itex]\int^{1}_{0} [ \int^{x}_{y=x^2} (6x-2y)dy] dx [/itex]

[itex]\int^{1}_{0} 5x^2 - 6x^3 - x^4 dx [/itex]

= [itex]\frac{-1}{30}[/itex]
anyone got any idea what I am doing wrong here!stumped

Check your sign on that ##x^4## term in the second to last line. And don't you want ##-M_y## for Green's theorem?
 

Related to Evaluating Line Integrals with Green's Theorem

1. What is Green's Theorem?

Green's Theorem is a mathematical concept that relates a line integral around a closed curve to a double integral over the region bounded by the curve. It allows for the evaluation of a line integral using a double integral, which can often be easier to solve.

2. When is Green's Theorem useful?

Green's Theorem is useful when trying to evaluate a line integral over a closed curve, especially when the curve is easy to describe in terms of a function. It can also be useful when trying to find the area of a region bounded by a curve.

3. What is the formula for Green's Theorem?

The formula for Green's Theorem is: ∫CF(x,y) ds = ∫D(∃F/∃x - ∃G/∃y) dA, where C is the curve, F and G are functions of x and y, and D is the region bounded by the curve C.

4. How do I use Green's Theorem to evaluate a line integral?

To use Green's Theorem to evaluate a line integral, first rewrite the line integral in terms of F and G. Then, find the partial derivatives ∃F/∃x and ∃G/∃y and use them to set up a double integral over the region bounded by the curve. Finally, evaluate the double integral to find the value of the line integral.

5. What are some tips for using Green's Theorem?

Some tips for using Green's Theorem include: making sure the curve is closed, using the correct orientation for the curve, and choosing the appropriate functions F and G. It can also be helpful to graph the curve and the region to visualize the problem. Additionally, practice and familiarity with the formula and its applications can improve efficiency in using Green's Theorem.

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