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iloveannaw
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please see my own reply
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The discussion revolves around an algebraic manipulation involving the Lorentz factor, denoted as gamma (γ), and its relationship to the variables beta (β) and nu (ν). Participants are exploring how to transition from the left-hand side (LHS) to the right-hand side (RHS) of the given equation.
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- One participant seeks assistance in understanding the algebraic steps needed to manipulate the equation correctly. Another participant suggests a factorization approach to simplify the expression.
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Participants are actively engaging with the problem, with one providing a potential algebraic insight. There is a sense of collaborative support, as participants acknowledge each other's contributions without reaching a definitive conclusion.
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iloveannaw
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could someone help me out. how to get from the LHS to the RHS here:
[tex]\gamma (1 - \beta) \nu= \sqrt{\frac{1 - \beta}{1 + \beta}} \nu[/tex]
where [tex]\gamma = \frac{1}{\sqrt{1 - \beta^{2}}}[/tex]
thanks!
so frustrating, i can't get latex do what i want and editing doesn't work. ok that should of course be 1 over the sqrt of 1 - beta^2
[tex]\gamma (1 - \beta) \nu= \sqrt{\frac{1 - \beta}{1 + \beta}} \nu[/tex]
where [tex]\gamma = \frac{1}{\sqrt{1 - \beta^{2}}}[/tex]
thanks!
so frustrating, i can't get latex do what i want and editing doesn't work. ok that should of course be 1 over the sqrt of 1 - beta^2
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phyzmatix
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iloveannaw said:
It happens
Remember you can write
[tex]1-\beta^2 = (1-\beta)(1+\beta)[/tex]
EDIT: I see it changed again...will still work though.
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iloveannaw
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doh, i should have seen that - thank you!
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phyzmatix
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Any time 
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