What is the Integration Formula for a Polar Circle?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the integration of an equation related to a polar circle, involving constants a, r0, and γ. Participants explore methods for integration, specifically focusing on substitution techniques.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Mathematical reasoning

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses uncertainty about how to integrate the given equation.
  • Another participant suggests using u-substitution as a potential method for integration.
  • A third participant adds to the previous suggestion by proposing to set "u" equal to the radicand.
  • One participant indicates that the thread is misplaced and requests its deletion.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion remains unresolved, with no consensus on the integration approach or the specifics of the equation.

Contextual Notes

Limitations: The original equation and its context are not fully detailed, and the assumptions behind the integration method are not clarified.

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Hi,

I'm not sure how to integrate this equation

where a, r0 and γ are constants.

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I would simply try u-substitution. Give it a go and see how it works out.
 
Adding to Marnemath, set "u" equal to the radicand.
 
sorry, wrong forum. delete thread
 
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