How to find moments and center of mass for a given shape using integration?

In summary, the conversation was about calculating the moments Mx and My and the center of mass of a lamina with density ρ = 4 and a given shape, which is a function of f(x) = 1/3x. The formula for finding Mx, My, and (x,y) was provided in a website and the person asking for help was hoping for a proof as their book did not provide one. They eventually found the answer by looking up the formula.
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tnutty
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Not really a homework problem but related. In one of my homework problem, it says ,
Calculate the moments Mx and My and the center of mass of a lamina with density ρ = 4 and the given shape.
Mx = 2
My = 12
(x, y) = (2,1/3 )

I got the answer. YOUR WELCOME.


But, I only got it because I looked up the formula to find Mx,My and (x,y).
the formula is given in this site near the intro http://www.math.utep.edu/Faculty/javila/Calculus%20II/Math%201312%20problems%20for%20section%207.6.pdf

But I was hoping one of you could prove this, since my book didn't.
 
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What is the given shape?
 
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it is a function of f(x) = 1/3x.
 

FAQ: How to find moments and center of mass for a given shape using integration?

What is the purpose of using integration in scientific applications?

Integration is used in scientific applications to find the area under a curve, which can represent physical quantities such as displacement, velocity, acceleration, and force. This allows scientists to analyze and understand complex systems and phenomena.

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The most commonly used methods of integration in scientific applications are the Riemann sum, trapezoidal rule, and Simpson's rule. These methods approximate the area under a curve by dividing it into smaller, simpler shapes and summing their individual areas.

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What are the limitations of integration in scientific applications?

One major limitation of integration is that it can only provide an approximate value for the area under a curve, as it relies on dividing the curve into smaller, simpler shapes. Additionally, integration may not be possible for all functions, and some functions may require complex techniques to integrate accurately.

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