A sphere of radius a is sliced parallel to the equatorial plane at a distance a -

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A sphere of radius a is sliced parallel to the equatorial plane at a distance a - h from the equatorial plane (see figure). Find the general formula for the surface area of the resulting spherical cap (excluding the base) with thickness h.


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Calculus For Scientists And Engineers Early Transcendentals

ISBN: 9780321849212

1st Edition

Authors: William L Briggs, Bernard Gillett, Bill L Briggs, Lyle Cochran

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