Find volume using integrals

In summary, the conversation discusses finding the volume under z=4x and over the area D being blocked by the curves y=x^2, y=0, and x=1. It is determined that x must range from 0 to 1 and y must range from 0 to x^2. The value of z is also considered, with the conclusion that it will range from -4y to 4y. Two possible integrals are provided, with the second being deemed correct. The conversation also mentions that the pictures that were originally included have disappeared.
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find volume that is under z = 4x and over area D that is being blocked by y=x^2 y=0 and x=1

for y = 0 x must be 0 because y = x^2

so x will go from 0 to 1

y will go from 0 to x^2

but what about z? Will it go from 0 to 4x or should I say

z = 4x
y = x^2

that means y = z^2/16 => z = +/-4y

so z will be from -4y to 4y

here are the integrals

[PLAIN]http://www4a.wolframalpha.com/Calculate/MSP/MSP78419b3422a5ih9i1h4000014hgdh31a28gi7dh?MSPStoreType=image/gif&s=52&w=206&h=42

or

[PLAIN]http://www4a.wolframalpha.com/Calculate/MSP/MSP82019b343dd21edg47g00000i387ecif97gh4gf?MSPStoreType=image/gif&s=43&w=182&h=39

thanks in advance
 
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  • #2
The first form is incorrect. y is not equal to [itex]x^2[/itex] throughout the region, only at the top boundary. z=4x on the entire region so the second integral is correct.
 
  • #3
thank you again i don't know what happened to the pictures, they suddenly disappeared (wolfram alpha deleted them too)

thanks
 

Related to Find volume using integrals

1. What is the formula for finding volume using integrals?

The formula for finding volume using integrals is V = ∫ab A(x) dx, where A(x) represents the cross-sectional area of the object at a given point and a and b represent the limits of integration.

2. How do you determine the limits of integration for finding volume using integrals?

The limits of integration are determined by the points at which the cross-sectional area changes. These points can be found by setting up an equation with the variable of integration and solving for its roots.

3. Can you use any type of curve to find volume using integrals?

Yes, any type of curve can be used as long as the cross-sectional area can be expressed as a function of x or y. This includes curves such as circles, parabolas, and even more complex curves.

4. Do you always have to use integrals to find volume?

No, there are other methods for finding volume, such as using geometric shapes or using specific volume formulas for certain objects. However, integrals are often used for irregular or complex shapes where other methods may not be as accurate.

5. How can finding volume using integrals be applied in real life?

Finding volume using integrals is commonly used in engineering and physics to determine the volume of irregularly shaped objects, such as pipes, tanks, and tunnels. It can also be used in architecture to design structures with specific volumes and in chemistry to calculate the volume of a gas in a container.

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