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The question involves converting a vector given in spherical coordinates to Cartesian coordinates and then evaluating it at a specific Cartesian point. However, there seems to be a misunderstanding in how the question is posed. Let’s clarify the concepts involved before directly addressing the problem as it’s presented.
1. Clarification on Coordinates and Vector Fields:
– Spherical coordinates are typically denoted by ((rho, theta, phi)), where (rho) is the radial distance, (theta) is the azimuthal angle, and (phi) is the polar angle.
– Cartesian coordinates are denoted by ((x, y, z)).
– The vector field given, (mathbf{B} = left(frac{10}{r}mathbf{i} + (r costheta) mathbf{j} + mathbf{k} right)), appears to be defined with an assumption of some transformations that aren’t standard for spherical to Cartesian conversion. Specifically, (r) in the context given seems to represent a position vector magnitude, but without clearer definition, its conversion context is ambiguous. In standard spherical coordinates, (r = rho), the radial distance from the origin.
2. Conversion Process:
To approach the instruction literally, converting a vector from spherical to Cartesian coordinates generally involves using transformation equations based on the definitions of the spherical coordinates:
– (x = rho sinphi
a
Explanation: r = √(x2+y2+z2
) = √25 = 5
Θ = cos-1
(z/r) = 1
Φ = tan-1
(y/x) = tan-1
(-4/3)
Thus, B = -2i + j.