Imaginary Zeros of Zeta Function

In summary, the Riemann Hypothesis states that all the critical zeros of the analytically continued zeta function must have a real part of 1/2. This concept applies to both the complex and real parts of the function, but it is possible to have a zero for one part without having a zero for the other. The graph of the function shows that the real and imaginary parts can have separate zeros, but when they intersect, the function has a zero. The hypothesis does not exclude the possibility of a zero for the imaginary part.
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I was doing some work with the zeta function and have a question.

I am aware that the Riemann Hypothesis claims that all of the critical zeros of the analytically continued zeta function have a real part Re(z)=1/2.

My question is, does the concept apply only to the complex zeros, or the imaginary and real parts separately.

Basically, is it possible to have:

Im(zeta(z))=0

Without having:

Re(zeta(z))=0


Or does a zero of one part automatically illustrate the existence of a zero for the other?
 
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A zero x of a function f is when f(x)=0, (=0+0i) and it is no different with the zeta function.
 
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rman144 said:
Or does a zero of one part automatically illustrate the existence of a zero for the other?

No. For example, along the real line the imaginary part of the zeta function is zero, but the real part is certainly not always zero.

Look at this page on mathworld: http://mathworld.wolfram.com/RiemannZetaFunctionZeros.html
There's a graph of the curves where the real parts are zero and where the imaginary parts are zero. Where these curves intersect, that is, where the real and imaginary parts are zero, the function has a zero.
 
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there is no exclusion for I am (z) in the hypothesis .Read again please.
 
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Hi!
The Riemann Hypothesis clames that if RZF(z)=0 and z is not a trivial zero, then Re(z)=1/2. That is all. The real part of z needs to be equal to 1/2 (there is NOT restriccion about the imaginary part of z). And 0=0+0 I=ZERO.

RFZ= Riemann Zeta function.
 

What is the Zeta Function and what are its zeroes?

The Zeta Function is a mathematical function that is defined as the infinite sum of the reciprocal of all positive integers raised to a given power. The zeroes of the Zeta Function are the values of the variable for which the function equals zero. These zeroes are known as the non-trivial zeroes of the Zeta Function.

What are "Imaginary Zeros" of the Zeta Function?

"Imaginary Zeros" of the Zeta Function refer to the complex numbers that satisfy the equation of the Zeta Function, resulting in a value of zero. These complex numbers have a real part of 1/2 and an imaginary part that is non-zero. They are often denoted by the letter "ρ" and are important in the study of the Zeta Function and its connection to prime numbers.

What is the significance of the "Riemann Hypothesis" in relation to the Zeta Function's imaginary zeros?

The Riemann Hypothesis is a conjecture in mathematics that states that all non-trivial zeros of the Zeta Function lie on a specific line in the complex plane, known as the "critical line". This hypothesis is closely related to the distribution of prime numbers and has not yet been proven. If the Riemann Hypothesis is true, it would provide a deeper understanding of the Zeta Function and its imaginary zeros.

Why are the imaginary zeros of the Zeta Function important in number theory?

The imaginary zeros of the Zeta Function are important in number theory because they have a direct connection to the distribution of prime numbers. The Riemann Hypothesis, if proven true, would provide a formula for calculating the number of primes less than a given number, known as the "prime counting function". In addition, the study of the imaginary zeros has led to the development of other important theorems and conjectures in number theory.

What are some applications of the Zeta Function and its imaginary zeros?

The Zeta Function and its imaginary zeros have many applications in mathematics and physics. In mathematics, they are used in prime number theory, harmonic analysis, and the study of complex dynamics. In physics, they have been used in the study of quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics, and fluid dynamics. Additionally, the Riemann Hypothesis and the imaginary zeros have been studied in relation to cryptography and prime factorization algorithms.

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