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Quick help surface area of a spherical cap
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The discussion focuses on the process of proving the surface area of a spherical cap. Participants recommend using the technique of slicing the surface into known shapes, specifically horizontal slices of height dz, which result in sloping rings. This method simplifies the calculation by breaking down the complex geometry into manageable components. The conversation emphasizes the importance of visualizing the problem through geometric decomposition.
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Students and educators in mathematics, particularly those studying geometry and calculus, as well as anyone interested in understanding the surface area of three-dimensional shapes.
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tiny-tim
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hi emc92! 
standard technique …
thinly slice the surface into shapes that you already know the area of …
standard technique …
thinly slice the surface into shapes that you already know the area of …
in this case, horizontal slices of height dz will give you sloping rings 
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