In order to solve a line integral, I need to establish a smooth parametrization of the curve over which it is supposed to be integrated.
The curve, $D$, is the intersection of the surfaces $x^2 + y^2 = 1$ and $z=x^2$.
To me, a logical parametrization is: $r(t)=(t, (1-t^2)^{1/2}, t^2)$ because if $x = t$, then $y = (1-t^2)^{1/2},$ and $z = t^2$
Is this right? I appreciate any help.