Integration question (obtained from arc length question)

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how do i integrate the function

sqrt(1 + 1/2(y^1/2 - y^(-1/2))^2) from 0 to 1??
 
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Can you post the original problem in its entirety so we can ensure you have obtained the correct integrand?
 

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