Is Multiplying Divergence by Area Correct in Divergence Theorem Problems?

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Homework Statement



F = xi + yj + zk, s = x^2 + y^2 + z^2

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div F = 1+1+1=3

area of sphere = 4pi

i can just multiply them to get 12pi as an answer right?
 
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No. You want the volume of the sphere, not the area.
 
ooooops

V of sphere = 4/3 pi r^3 where r = 1, V = 4/3 pi

so i got 4pi
 
Correct.
 
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