Find the volume of the solid obtained by rotating the region bounded by , , & about the x-axis.
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Introduction to Volume & Disk Method
Problem 8.3.65
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65. Volume Find the volume of the solid generated when the region bounded by y = sin²(x) * cos^(3/2)(x) and the x-axis on the interval [0, π/2] is revolved about the x-axis.
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Step 1: Recognize that the problem involves finding the volume of a solid of revolution. The formula for the volume when a region is revolved about the x-axis is given by: , where f(x) is the function describing the region and [a, b] is the interval of integration.
Step 2: Identify the function and interval from the problem. Here, the function is , and the interval is . Substitute these into the volume formula.
Step 3: Set up the integral for the volume. The integral becomes: . Simplify the integrand by squaring the function: .
Step 4: Rewrite the integral with the simplified integrand: . To solve this integral, consider using trigonometric identities or substitution methods. For example, you might use the identity to simplify further.
Step 5: Apply appropriate integration techniques, such as substitution or reduction formulas, to evaluate the integral. Once the integral is solved, multiply the result by π to find the volume. Ensure all steps are carefully followed to handle the trigonometric powers correctly.
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Volume of Revolution
The volume of revolution refers to the volume of a solid formed by rotating a two-dimensional shape around an axis. In calculus, this is typically calculated using methods such as the disk method or the washer method, which involve integrating the area of circular cross-sections perpendicular to the axis of rotation.
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Definite Integral
A definite integral calculates the accumulation of quantities, such as area or volume, over a specific interval. In this context, it is used to find the volume of the solid generated by revolving the given function around the x-axis, integrating from the lower to the upper bounds of the interval, [0, π/2].
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Trigonometric Functions
Trigonometric functions, such as sine and cosine, are fundamental in calculus, especially when dealing with periodic phenomena. The function y = sin²(x) * cos^(3/2)(x) combines these functions, and understanding their behavior and properties is essential for evaluating the integral and determining the volume of the solid formed.
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