Math Problem Statement

Q2: Given a vector A = 4xî + 2yĵ + z, express it in the cylindrical coordinate system and prove the following identity: A ⋅ (B × C) = B ⋅ (C × A) = C ⋅ (A × B).

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  1. Q1 appears to involve a problem related to Poisson's equation and Laplace's equation, likely asking to differentiate between the two and explain their physical significance.

  2. Q2 seems to be about vector calculus and vector algebra:

    • It starts with a vector A = 4xî + 2yĵ + z.
    • You're asked to express this vector in cylindrical coordinates and prove the identity involving cross products: A(B×C)=B(C×A)=C(A×B)A \cdot (B \times C) = B \cdot (C \times A) = C \cdot (A \times B)
  3. Q3 involves gradient and curl calculations:

    • You are required to calculate the divergence (V\nabla \cdot V), gradient (V\nabla V), and curl (×V\nabla \times V) for a given vector field.

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Tip: Cylindrical coordinates are expressed as (r,θ,z)(r, \theta, z), where r=x2+y2r = \sqrt{x^2 + y^2} and θ=tan1(y/x)\theta = \tan^{-1}(y/x).

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Vector Calculus
Vector Algebra
Cylindrical Coordinates
Cross Product

Formulas

A = 4xî + 2yĵ + z
Cylindrical Coordinates: r = √(x² + y²), θ = tan⁻¹(y/x), z = z
Vector Cross Product: A ⋅ (B × C) = B ⋅ (C × A) = C ⋅ (A × B)

Theorems

Cylindrical Coordinate Transformation
Vector Triple Product Identity

Suitable Grade Level

Undergraduate Level (College)