Solving Vector Identity: {phi (grad phi)} X (n^)dS=0

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Kolahal Bhattacharya
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Homework Statement



I am to show: closed integral {phi (grad phi)} X (n^)dS=0

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I understand I am to use divergence theorem here.but cannot approach.Please help
 
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Is 'X' supposed to mean a cross product between the normal vector and the gradient?
 
yes.It means that.
 
Try using [tex]\int_S n \times a dS = \int_V curl(a) dV[/tex].
 
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