Parametrization for Surface F and Area A

In summary, the parametrization for area A is given by r(u,v)=(6-v^2,v), v ∈ [0,6]. The parametrization for the surface F is given by r(u,v)=(u,v, 6-u-v^2), but the limits of each parameter are unknown.
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An area A in the (x,y) plane is limited by the y-axis and a parabola with the equation x=6-y^2. Further, is a surface F given by the part of the graph for the function h(x,y)=6-x-y^2 which satisfies the conditions x>=0 and z>=0.

Determine a parametrization for A and for F.

So far I've got the parametrization for A, which i got to r(u,v)=(6-v^2,v), v ∈ [0,6].

My attempt of a solution for F is r(u,v)=(u,v, 6-u-v^2), but i am not sure about the limits of each parameter and if it's the correct parametrization. Could someone help me out?

Thanks!
 
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An area A in the (x,y) plane is limited by the y-axis and a parabola with the equation x=6-y^2. Further, is a surface F given by the part of the graph for the function h(x,y)=6-x-y^2 which satisfies the conditions x>=0 and z>=0.

Determine a parametrization for A and for F.

So far I've got the parametrization for A, which i got to r(u,v)=(6-v^2,v), v ∈ [0,6].

My attempt of a solution for F is r(u,v)=(u,v, 6-u-v^2), but i am not sure about the limits of each parameter and if it's the correct parametrization. Could someone help me out?

Thanks!
First, let's talk about F. I agree with what you have done, but I don't see any reason to rename the parameters so I would have written$$
\vec r(x,y) = \langle x,y,6-x-y^2\rangle$$Your parameterization for A isn't correct because it has only one variable, thus describing a curve instead of an area. The easy way to parameterize A would be just to take the z coordinate equal zero in the parameterization of the surface. Using a different letter that would give$$
\vec R(x,y) = \langle x,y,0\rangle$$I know, that doesn't seem correct because x and y could vary all over the place, which brings us to your original question: what are the limits? Well, what limits would you use for a double intgral over that xy region if you were calculating its area? You will find your answer there.
 
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Thanks a lot for your reply and help!

I think i got it now :) I got a new problem now, i'll have to find the volume between those two parameterizations, but i'll let my brain struggle with that one for a bit longer.

Take care!
 

FAQ: Parametrization for Surface F and Area A

1. What is parametrization of a surface?

Parametrization of a surface is a mathematical process used to describe a surface in three-dimensional space using two parameters, typically denoted as u and v. This allows us to represent the surface as a function of these parameters, providing a way to "map" the surface onto a two-dimensional plane.

2. Why is parametrization of a surface important?

Parametrization of a surface is important because it allows us to study and analyze complex three-dimensional surfaces in a more manageable way. By representing a surface as a function of two parameters, we can more easily calculate important properties such as curvature, area, and volume. It also provides a way to visualize and manipulate the surface using mathematical techniques.

3. How is a surface parametrized?

A surface can be parametrized using a set of parametric equations, where the x, y, and z coordinates are each expressed as a function of the two parameters u and v. These equations can vary depending on the type of surface being parametrized, but they all follow the same general format of x = f(u,v), y = g(u,v), and z = h(u,v).

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5. Are there different methods of parametrization?

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