Graphing Coordinate Systems in R3: Spherical Equations and Inequalities

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SUMMARY

The discussion focuses on graphing surfaces and solids in R3 using spherical equations and inequalities. The spherical equation provided is \(\rho = 2a \sin(\varphi)\), which describes a sphere with a radius of 2. Participants also analyze inequalities that define cylindrical and spherical regions, specifically \(0 \leq r \leq 3\) and \(0 \leq \rho \leq 1\). A key recommendation is to visualize the boundaries by drawing diagrams to better understand the inequalities.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of spherical coordinates in R3
  • Familiarity with graphing inequalities
  • Knowledge of basic geometry, specifically spheres and cylinders
  • Ability to interpret mathematical equations and inequalities
NEXT STEPS
  • Learn how to graph spherical coordinates in R3
  • Study the implications of inequalities in three-dimensional space
  • Explore the use of software tools like GeoGebra for visualizing 3D graphs
  • Investigate advanced topics in multivariable calculus related to surface integrals
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Students studying multivariable calculus, educators teaching geometry, and anyone interested in visualizing three-dimensional mathematical concepts.

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Homework Statement


Graph the surface in R3

Homework Equations


Spherical equation [tex]\rho[/tex] = 2asin([tex]\varphi[/tex])

The Attempt at a Solution


I think its just a sphere with a radius of 2
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Homework Statement


Graph the solid whose given coordinates satisfy the inequalities

Homework Equations


a) 0 [tex]\leq[/tex] r [tex]\leq[/tex] 3, 0 [tex]\leq[/tex] [tex]\theta[/tex] [tex]\leq[/tex] [tex]\pi[/tex]/2, -1 [tex]\leq[/tex] z [tex]\leq[/tex] 2
b) 2r [tex]\leq[/tex] z [tex]\leq[/tex] 5 - 3r

The Attempt at a Solution


I figure these are cylinders because of variables used to describe the coordinates but besides that I'm having trouble know what to use the inequalities for
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Homework Statement


Graph the solid whose given coordinates satisfy the inequalities

Homework Equations


a) 0 [tex]\leq[/tex] [tex]\rho[/tex] [tex]\leq[/tex] 1, 0 [tex]\leq[/tex] [tex]\theta[/tex] [tex]\leq[/tex] [tex]\pi[/tex]/2,
b) 0 [tex]\leq[/tex] [tex]\rho[/tex] [tex]\leq[/tex] 2/cos[tex]\varphi[/tex], 0 [tex]\leq[/tex] [tex]\varphi[/tex] [tex]\leq[/tex] [tex]\pi[/tex]/4

The Attempt at a Solution


Spheres, but same problem as with the others, I'm just not doing well at understanding how to use the inequalities to graph it
 
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Hi STLCards002! :smile:

Sorry, but everything is wrong. :cry:

The only thing I can suggest is that you draw a nice big diagram (take up a whole page), with x y and z axes marked, and just draw in the boundaries.

If it helps, pretend the inequalities are equalities … that will give you the boundaries, and you can work out which parts to shade, later.
 

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