Definition of Hermitian Operator in Dirac Notation

[trv]

Homework Statement

Using Dirac notation (bra, kets), define the meaning of the term "Hermitian".

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The Attempt at a Solution

From what I understand, a hermitian operator is simply one that has the same effect as its hermitian adjoint. So, I'm assuming it should simply be,

<br /> &lt;\psi|\hat{Q}|\psi&gt;=&lt;\psi|\hat{Q}^*|\psi&gt;<br />

I've seen it written in more complicating ways, so I'm guessing there's a little more to it. Please help.

 

[tiny-tim]

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