Understanding Gamma(x) Function

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The Gamma function, denoted as Γ(x), is a mathematical function defined on complex numbers that generalizes the factorial function. Specifically, it satisfies the equation Γ(n) = (n-1)! for positive integers n. The function has a well-defined integral representation for certain arguments and exhibits specific functional equations, along with poles at negative integers. Further details can be found on MathWorld's Gamma Function page.

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Can anyone explain to me, in as simple a way as possible, what the math functoin "gamma(x)" does. I am very curious, and would appreciate any help that can be given.
 
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It is a function defined on the complex numbers that satisfies [tex]\Gamma(n)=(n-1)![/tex] for integer n and is treated as a generalization of factorials. It has, for certain arguments, got a nice expression as a integral; it satisifes certain functional equations; there are poles at the negative integers; lots more information can be found at
http://mathworld.wolfram.com/GammaFunction.html
 
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Thank you for the information, matt grime, it was very helpful. I hope that maby I can help you in the future.
 

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