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Before working these problems, please read the file “Notes on Chapter 11-4 and 11-5” in the Module “Chapter 11” and section 11.4-5 in the text. Work all problems in detail showing all steps of logic and mathematics. Please bracket the final answer when appropriate.
Section 11.4 p. 688-9 [30 points each]
Symmetries and Polar Graphs
For #2 and 6, give the algebraic details for symmetry. Use polar graph paper showing proper scale. Plot at least 8 widely distributed points, all marked with coordinates listed on the points or in a table. #2 and #6 [Be careful, #6 does a loop-de-loop], give all points where the curve hits the x-axis. [20 points each]
Slopes of Polar Curves in the xy-Plane
#18, same rules as #2 for plotting.
Section 11.5 p. 693 [10 points each]
Finding Polar Areas
#2 and 6: Show all details including the setup of the integral. You can use formula T-3 #65 and 66.
Finding Lengths of Polar Curves
#22: Show all details including the setup of the integral.
#29: Show full details (don’t forget the product rule).
Paper For Above instruction
This assignment involves a comprehensive analysis of polar graphs, symmetries, slopes, and area and length calculations, as outlined in Sections 11.4 and 11.5 of the prescribed textbook. The goal is to deepen understanding of polar coordinate techniques through explicit plotting, algebraic verification of symmetries, and detailed integral setup for calculating areas and arc lengths. These exercises reinforce the application of theoretical concepts with practical graphing and calculus integration, fostering mastery in polar coordinate geometry.
Introduction
Understanding polar graphs is fundamental in advanced calculus and mathematical visualization, as they often provide more intuitive insights into curves that are complex in Cartesian coordinates. Symmetry analysis, slope calculation, area determination, and arc length measurement are essential skills that support a deeper comprehension of the geometric and dynamic properties of polar functions. This paper discusses these topics by providing detailed procedures, calculations, and visual plotting techniques based on the assigned problems from Sections 11.4 and 11.5.
Symmetries and Polar Graphs
Symmetry analysis in polar graphs helps in understanding the nature and behavior of curves, often simplifying calculations. For example, symmetry about the x-axis can be checked by verifying whether the polar equation remains unchanged when θ is replaced by -θ, i.e., whether r(θ) = r(-θ). Symmetry about the y-axis requires checking if r(π - θ) = r(θ), and symmetry about the origin involves r(θ) = -r(θ + π). Applying these criteria to specific equations, such as r = a + b cos θ or r = a sin θ, reveals the symmetric properties of the curves.
For Problems #2 and #6, one must first analyze the algebraic forms for symmetry. Plotting at least 8 points on each curve, carefully chosen to showcase the full extent of their shapes, is crucial. These points are derived by substituting values of θ within [0, 2π) into the given equations, calculating r, and then marking these on polar graph paper. Particular attention is necessary for #6, which involves a loop-de-loop—this indicates a curve that crosses the origin and creates multiple lobes, necessitating precise plotting to capture its intricate shape.
Slopes of Polar Curves
The slope dy/dx for a polar curve r = r(θ) can be found using the parametric derivatives with respect to θ: dy/dθ and dx/dθ, then taking their ratio (dy/dθ)/(dx/dθ). These derivatives involve the polar functions r(θ) and dr/dθ, calculated as:
dy/dθ = dr/dθ sin θ + r cos θ
dx/dθ = dr/dθ cos θ - r sin θ
Dividing these provides the slope at each point, which is essential for understanding the tangential properties of the curve at specific points, especially where the curve hits the x-axis or exhibits interesting features like loops or cusps.
Areas in Polar Coordinates
To compute the area enclosed by a polar curve, the integral formula is:
Area = (1/2) ∫θ=aθ=b [r(θ)]² dθ
For Problems #2 and #6, explicitly setting up the integrals involves determining the appropriate limits θ=a and θ=b that correspond to the sections of the curve in question. For instance, to find the area where the curve intersects the x-axis, solutions to r(θ) = 0 are identified, and the angles are used as bounds. These detailed setups are vital for accurate calculation and interpretation of the curve's enclosed regions.
Arc Length of Polar Curves
The length of a polar curve from θ=a to θ=b is given by:
Length = ∫θ=aθ=b √[(dr/dθ)² + r(θ)²] dθ
Calculations involve evaluating the derivatives dr/dθ, substituting into the integrand, and computing the definite integral. For Problem #29, the product rule must be carefully applied when differentiating, especially if the function involves products of different functions of θ, to ensure accuracy in the length calculation.
Conclusion
Mastering the analysis of polar graphs through symmetry checks, plotting, and integral calculations enhances spatial intuition and mathematical rigor. The detailed procedures, from algebraic symmetry verification to integral setup, reinforce foundational concepts in calculus and coordinate geometry. Understanding these principles enables precise depiction and analysis of complex curves, which are ubiquitous in physics, engineering, and other applied sciences.
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