(Complex Variables) Differentiability of Arg z

In summary, the conversation discusses proving that the function f(z) = Arg z is nowhere differentiable by using the definition of a derivative. The speaker sets z = x + yi and defines the limit as f'(z) = lim (/\z -> 0) ( f(z + /\z) - f(z) ) / /\z. They also mention using the values p and q for /\z and the expression Arg z = Tan^-1 (y/x). The conversation ends with discussing two different approaches to evaluate the limit and how it should be equal if f(z) is differentiable.
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I am proving that the function f(z) = Arg z is nowhere differentiable by using the definiton of a derivative. I let z = x + yi. Then, if the limit exists, we have

f'(z) = lim (/\z -> 0) ( f(z + /\z) - f(z) ) / /\z.

(Note that /\ is the triangle symbol)
Also, let /\z = p + iq, where p and q are real values.

Arg z = Tan^-1 (y/x)...how will I continue from here?
 
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so you want to get

[tex]
f'(z) = \lim_{\Delta z \rightarrow 0} \frac{f(z+\Delta z) - f(z)}{\Delta z}
[/tex]

Express the limit in terms of [tex]u(x_0,y_0) and v(x_0,y_0) [/tex], that is,[tex]x_0, y_0, \Delta x, \Delta y [/tex]. then evaluate the limit using 2 approaches: when [tex]\Delta x = 0[/tex] and [tex]\Delta y = 0[/tex]. If f(z) = Arg z is differentiable, the derivative should be equal in both cases.
 
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What is the definition of complex differentiability?

Complex differentiability refers to the property of a complex-valued function to have a derivative at a given point in the complex plane. In other words, the function must be smooth and have a well-defined tangent at that point.

How is complex differentiability related to the concept of analyticity?

A complex-valued function is said to be analytic if it is differentiable at every point in its domain. Therefore, complex differentiability is a necessary condition for a function to be analytic.

What is the Cauchy-Riemann condition for complex differentiability?

The Cauchy-Riemann condition states that a complex-valued function is differentiable at a point if and only if its real and imaginary parts satisfy a system of partial differential equations known as the Cauchy-Riemann equations.

Can a function be differentiable at a point but not analytic?

Yes, a function can be differentiable at a point but not analytic. This can happen if the Cauchy-Riemann conditions are not satisfied at other points in the function's domain.

What are the implications of complex differentiability in complex analysis?

Complex differentiability plays a crucial role in complex analysis as it allows for the use of powerful techniques such as the Cauchy integral formula and Cauchy's theorem. It also leads to important results such as the maximum modulus principle and the existence of power series representations for analytic functions.

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