The helix  r(t) =   cos(πt/2), sin(πt/2), t    intersects the sphere  x2 + y2 + z2 = 2  in two points. Find the angle of intersection at each point.

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Chapter9: Surfaces And Solids
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The helix 

r(t) = 
 
cos(πt/2), sin(πt/2), t
 

 intersects the sphere 

x2 + y2 + z2 = 2

 in two points. Find the angle of intersection at each point.

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