Surface area of rotation about the y-axis

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The discussion revolves around calculating the surface area of rotation of a curve about the y-axis, specifically for the curve defined by the equation $$x=\sqrt{28y}$$. Participants explore various approaches to set up the integral for the surface area, including discussions on limits of integration and the application of the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus (FTOC).

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant proposes the integral setup for the surface area as $$2\pi\int_0^{21}\sqrt{28y+196}$$ and questions its correctness.
  • Another participant suggests rewriting the integral in terms of $$x$$ and provides the formula $$S=2\pi\int_a^b x\sqrt{1+\left[f'(x) \right]^2}\,dx$$, indicating that the limits should correspond to $$y=0$$ and $$y=21$$.
  • There is a discussion about the correct application of the FTOC, with some participants expressing confusion over the integration and substitution steps.
  • Several participants calculate the integral using different methods, including substitution, and arrive at expressions involving $$\frac{\pi}{21}$$ and powers of $$28$$ and $$14$$.
  • One participant expresses uncertainty about the change of the factor $$2\pi$$ during substitution, indicating a lack of clarity on this aspect.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the approach to set up the integral for the surface area, but there are multiple competing views on the correct application of integration techniques and the handling of constants. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the final evaluation of the integral and the correct interpretation of the results.

Contextual Notes

Some participants mention confusion regarding the application of the FTOC and the substitution method, indicating that there may be missing assumptions or unclear definitions in the integration process.

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Calculate the area of ​​the surface of rotation which occurs when the curve
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rotate in y-axe.
I start with $$x=\sqrt{28y}$$ then $$f'(x)=\frac{14}{\sqrt{28y}}$$
so we got
$$2\pi\int_0^{21}\sqrt{28y}\sqrt{1+(\frac{14}{\sqrt{28y}})}^2$$
then I rewrite as $$\int_0^2\sqrt{28y}\sqrt{1+\frac{196}{28y}}$$
$$\sqrt{28y}\sqrt{1+\frac{196}{28y}}<=>\sqrt{28y+196}$$
So I got $$2\pi\int_0^{21}\sqrt{28y+196}$$ and if Integrate it I get
$$\frac{(28y+196)^{1.5}}{1.5*28}$$ Is this correct?
 
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You have the right idea, but you want to write things in terms of $x$.

$$S=2\pi\int_a^b x\sqrt{1+\left[f'(x) \right]^2}\,dx$$

You want the lower limit of integration to be the $x$-value that corresponds with $y=0$, and the upper limit to correspond with $y=21$.

If $$f(x)=\frac{x^2}{28}$$, then what is $f'(x)$?

edit: I see now that your approach is valid, and easier to integrate. (Smile)

Your anti-derivative is correct (except don't forget the $2\pi$), so apply the FTOC to find the value of the definite integral.
 
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MarkFL said:
You have the right idea, but you want to write things in terms of $x$.

$$S=2\pi\int_a^b x\sqrt{1+\left[f'(x) \right]^2}\,dx$$

You want the lower limit of integration to be the $x$-value that corresponds with $y=0$, and the upper limit to correspond with $y=21$.

If $$f(x)=\frac{x^2}{28}$$, then what is $f'(x)$?

edit: I see now that your approach is valid, and easier to integrate. (Smile)
$$\frac{x^3}{84}$$
 
Petrus said:
$$\frac{x^3}{84}$$

You integrated, rather than differentiated, but disregard what I posted about that, your method is correct and easier to use.
 
MarkFL said:
You integrated, rather than differentiated, but disregard what I posted about that, your method is correct and easier to use.
So the answer is $$2\pi*\frac{(28*21+196)^{1.5}}{1.5*28}$$ I am correct?
 
No, you need to evaluate:

$$2\pi\left[\frac{(28y+196)^{\frac{3}{2}}}{42} \right]_0^{21}=\frac{\pi}{21}\left((28\cdot21+196)^{\frac{3}{2}}-(28\cdot0+196)^{\frac{3}{2}} \right)=?$$
 
MarkFL said:
No, you need to evaluate:

$$2\pi\left[\frac{(28y+196)^{\frac{3}{2}}}{42} \right]_0^{21}=\frac{\pi}{21}\left((28\cdot21+196)^{\frac{3}{2}}-(28\cdot0+196)^{\frac{3}{2}} \right)=?$$
$$\frac{\pi}{21}((28*21+196)^{\frac{3}{2}}-196^{\frac{3}{2}})$$ I don't want to use any calculator so that would be my answer.
 
Without using a calculator, you could find:

$$28\cdot21+196=4(3\cdot7^2+49)=16\cdot49=28^2$$

and so:

$$(28^2)^{\frac{3}{2}}=28^3$$

and then:

$$28\cdot0+196=14^2$$

and then you have:

$$S=\frac{\pi}{21}(28^3-14^3)=\frac{14^3\pi}{21}(2^3-1)=\frac{14^3\pi}{3}=\frac{2744\pi}{3}$$

all easily done without a calculator.
 
MarkFL said:
Without using a calculator, you could find:

$$28\cdot21+196=4(3\cdot7^2+49)=16\cdot49=28^2$$

and so:

$$(28^2)^{\frac{3}{2}}=28^3$$

and then:

$$28\cdot0+196=14^2$$

and then you have:

$$S=\frac{\pi}{21}(28^3-14^3)=\frac{14^3\pi}{21}(2^3-1)=\frac{14^3\pi}{3}=\frac{2744\pi}{3}$$

all easily done without a calculator.
hmm I get wrong with FTOC
If we subsitute $$u=28y+196$$ then we get$$ \frac{\pi}{4}\int_{196}^{784}\sqrt{28y+196}$$

edit: I am confused with this change of 2pi. Some does subsitute and then change that 2pi and other does not. I have been serching over internet and don't understand that.
 
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Petrus said:
hmm I get wrong with FTOC
If we subsitute $$u=28y+196$$ then we get$$ \frac{\pi}{4}\int_{196}^{784}\sqrt{28y+196}$$

edit: I am confused with this change of 2pi. Some does subsitute and then change that 2pi and other does not. I have been serching over internet and don't understand that.

Using the substitution you cite, $$u=28y+196$$, we get:

$$S=\frac{2\pi}{28}\int_{28\cdot0+196}^{28\cdot21+196}u^{\frac{1}{2}}\,du$$

$$S=\frac{\pi}{14}\int_{196}^{784}u^{\frac{1}{2}}\,du$$

$$S=\frac{\pi}{21}\left[u^{\frac{3}{2}} \right]_{196}^{784}=\frac{\pi}{21}(28^3-14^3)=\frac{2744\pi}{3}$$
 
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MarkFL said:
Using the substitution you cite, $$u=28y+196$$, we get:

$$S=\frac{2\pi}{28}\int_{28\cdot0+196}^{28\cdot21+196}u^{\frac{1}{2}}\,du$$

$$S=\frac{\pi}{14}\int_{196}^{784}u^{\frac{1}{2}}\,du$$

$$S=\frac{\pi}{21}\left[u^{\frac{3}{2}} \right]_{196}^{784}=\frac{\pi}{21}(28^3-14^3)=\frac{2744\pi}{3}$$
Thanks again Mark:) Now I understand!:) Thanks for the $$\LaTeX$$ code as well
 

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