Surface integrals - parametrizing a part of a sphere

In summary, the conversation involves finding the area of a portion of a sphere that lies inside a paraboloid, using spherical coordinates. The correct solution is 4π and the error was due to taking the wrong portion of the curve.
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Homework Statement



Find the area of the part of the sphere x^2 + y^2 + z^2 = 4z
that lies inside the paraboloid x^2 + y^2 = z

Homework Equations


The Attempt at a Solution


I solved for the intercepts and found that they are z=0 and z=3.
The sphere is centered two units in the z-direction above the origin.

Hence I wanted to switch to spherical coordinates and got:

0≤Θ≤2∏
ρ=2

Now, since we know that the sphere is centered on (0,0,2) we can take find the angle from the Z axis easily.

(∏/3)≤Φ≤∏.

The Surface Area of this portion of the sphere should then become
[itex]\int^{2∏}_{0} \int^{∏}_{∏/3} 4SinΦ dΦdΘ[/itex]
[itex]
\int^{2∏}_{0} \int_{∏/3}_{∏} 4SinΦ dΦdΘ
[/itex]

I get 12∏, which is incorrect. The correct answer is 4∏. Where am I going wrong?
 
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That itex thing never works for me either :/
 
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Nevermind I solved it. I was taking the wrong portion of the curve.
 
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Feodalherren said:
[itex]
\int^{2∏}_{0} \int_{∏/3}_{∏} 4SinΦ dΦdΘ
[/itex]

Feodalherren said:
That itex thing never works for me either :/

In the tex, don't use special characters; instead use the tex code for them. Quote this to see how I changed your code.$$
\int_0^{2\pi}\int_{\pi/3}^{\pi} 4\sin\theta d\phi d\theta$$
 
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Related to Surface integrals - parametrizing a part of a sphere

What is a surface integral?

A surface integral is a mathematical concept used to calculate the area of a surface or the flux of a vector field across a surface. It involves integrating a function over a two-dimensional surface.

How do you parametrize a part of a sphere?

To parametrize a part of a sphere, you need to define two parameters, usually denoted as u and v, which determine the position of a point on the surface. These parameters can be expressed in terms of spherical coordinates, such as longitude and latitude, or in terms of Cartesian coordinates.

What is the difference between a surface integral and a regular integral?

The main difference between a surface integral and a regular integral is that a regular integral is used to find the area under a curve in two dimensions, while a surface integral is used to find the area of a surface in three dimensions. Additionally, the limits of integration for a surface integral are determined by the parametrization of the surface, whereas the limits for a regular integral are typically given.

What is the significance of using a part of a sphere in surface integrals?

Using a part of a sphere in surface integrals is significant because it allows us to solve problems involving curved surfaces, which are common in many real-world applications. It also allows us to calculate the flux of a vector field across a curved surface, which has many applications in physics and engineering.

What are some real-world applications of surface integrals on a part of a sphere?

Surface integrals on a part of a sphere have many real-world applications, including calculating the electric field around a charged sphere, finding the flow of a fluid around a curved surface, and determining the surface area of a planet or other celestial body. They are also used in computer graphics to create 3D models and in geographic information systems to map the Earth's surface.

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