Demonstrating Orthonormality of Eigenfunctions for De Cero-Spin Field

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The discussion focuses on demonstrating the orthonormality of eigenfunctions for a zero-spin field, specifically addressing the condition <2k,3k> = 0, where nk represents n particles with wave vector k. The user is attempting to utilize commutation properties but encounters difficulties in the process. Additional input from the community suggests that sharing work in LaTeX format may yield more effective assistance.

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I need to demonstrate the orthonormality of the eigenfunctions for de cero-spin field.
I mean, <2k,3k> = 0 for example. nk denotes n particles with wave vector k.
I'm trying with the commnutation properties but i´m stuck in the middle of the process.

Is there any other thing i need?
 
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lalo_u said:
I need to demonstrate the orthonormality of the eigenfunctions for de cero-spin field.
I mean, <2k,3k> = 0 for example. nk denotes n particles with wave vector k.
I'm trying with the commnutation properties but i´m stuck in the middle of the process.

Is there any other thing i need?

This question is too minimal.

You might get more help if you post some of your work so far (in Latex).
 

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