Volume generated by revolving curve around axis

In summary: From the first relation, x(y) = ##\sqrt[3]{y}##.So the total volume you want isIn summary, the volume generated by revolving the regions bounded by the given curves about the x-axis is 768/7 pi.
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Homework Statement


Find the volume generated by revolving the regions bounded by the given curves about the x-axis. Use indicated method in each case.
Question 11: y = x^3, y = 8, x = 0
Question 15: x = 4y - y^2 - 3, x = 0

Homework Equations


for question 11: Shells
for Question 15: Shells
Shells:
2pi int xy dy

The Attempt at a Solution


Question 11:
2pi x(x^3) dy
x^4
1/5x^5 = 1/5(4^5)
= 204.8
*2pi = pi409.6

The answer should be 768/7 pi

Question 15:
I guess the goal here is isolate Y. So far:
y(4y - y^2 - 3) = 4y^2 - y^3 - 3y
4(1/3y^3) - 1/4(y^4) - 3(1/2y^2)
Went back and decided Y needs to be isolated but not confident on if that should be done or how so posted it here.

Thanks
 
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I think the answer here is to understand the method of shells rather than just applying the formula.

For 11. for example, ##\int x^4dy \neq \frac{1}{5}x^5 + c## ... that would be the case if you were integrating with respect to x. You must integrate with respect to y.

You can understand this as follows:

The region to be rotated is between the curve ##y=x^3## and the y axis, between y=0 and y=8.
The strategy is to divide the volume into shells thickness dy, with height x depending on the radius y.

The volume of a single shell of radius y and height x(y) like that is ##2\pi x(y)ydy## and the total volume you want is the sum of all these single-shell volumes from y=0 to y=8. So you need x as a function of y.
 

Related to Volume generated by revolving curve around axis

1. What is the volume generated by revolving a curve around an axis?

The volume generated by revolving a curve around an axis is the amount of space that is enclosed by the curved shape when it is rotated around the axis. This can be visualized as a 3-dimensional solid object.

2. How is the volume calculated for a curve revolving around an axis?

To calculate the volume generated by revolving a curve around an axis, you can use the formula V = π∫ab [f(x)]2 dx, where π represents pi, a and b are the limits of integration, and f(x) is the equation of the curve. This is known as the disk method.

3. Can any curve be rotated around any axis to generate a volume?

No, not all curves can be rotated around any axis to generate a volume. The curve must satisfy certain conditions, such as being continuous and having a smooth rotation around the axis. Also, the axis must be perpendicular to the curve at all points of rotation.

4. Are there other methods to calculate the volume generated by a curve revolving around an axis?

Yes, there are other methods to calculate the volume generated by a curve revolving around an axis, such as the shell method and the washer method. These methods involve using different formulas and integration techniques, but ultimately result in the same volume.

5. Can the volume generated by revolving a curve around an axis be negative?

No, the volume generated by revolving a curve around an axis cannot be negative. Since volume is a measure of space, it can only have positive values. If the result of the calculation is negative, it means that the curve and axis are intersecting and the volume cannot be accurately calculated.

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