Simple question about direct integration

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The discussion revolves around the confusion regarding direct integration of an equation involving multiple variables. The user questions how to properly differentiate with respect to both variables, xi and eta, especially when the derivative with respect to one variable still includes the other. This raises concerns about the implications of variable dependence in the integration process. The conversation highlights the complexities of multivariable calculus and the importance of understanding variable relationships during differentiation. Clarifying these concepts is essential for accurate mathematical analysis.
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if I have a equation like this

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I know I can integrate so that
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but this does not make sense to me because I could think of many U's that if you were to take the derivitive with respect to the squiggly varibale, still includes both variables
 
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If the derivative with respect to xi includes both variables, then how does it look when you differentiate with respect to both xi and to eta?
 
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