Elliptic functions, residue computation, same zeros and poles

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The discussion revolves around the properties of elliptic functions, specifically focusing on the relationship between zeros and poles. It is established that if two functions share the same zeros and poles of the same order, they differ only by a multiplicative constant. The user seeks clarification on how to determine this constant, particularly in relation to the residues at the double pole at ##z=0##. The confusion arises from the comparison of limits involving the function ##f(z)## and its derivative, highlighting the need for a deeper understanding of residue computation.

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  • Understanding of elliptic functions and their properties
  • Familiarity with residue theory in complex analysis
  • Knowledge of limits and derivatives in calculus
  • Experience with mathematical notation and symbols used in complex analysis
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  • Study the concept of residues in complex analysis, focusing on double poles
  • Learn about the derivation of residues using the limit definition
  • Explore the relationship between zeros, poles, and multiplicative constants in functions
  • Review examples of elliptic functions and their properties in mathematical literature
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Students and researchers in mathematics, particularly those studying complex analysis and elliptic functions, will benefit from this discussion. It is also valuable for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of residue computation and its implications in function theory.

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Hi,

I am trying to understand the attached:

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I know that if two functions have zeros and poles at the same point and of the same order then they differ only by a multiplicative constant, so that is fine, as both have a double zero at ##z=w_j/2## and a double pole at ##z=0##.

But I don't understand at all the idea before determining what the constant ##C## should be?
I thought that perhaps we had set the residues at the double pole ##z=0## equal, but this is given by:

##\frac{1}{2}lim_{z \to 0} \frac{d}{dz}(z^2f(z)) ##,

whereas it looks like we've compared

##lim_{z \to 0} z^{2} f(z) ##,

so unless we have some reason to take the derivative outside the limit or something, I don't understand what we've done, and even whether my thoughts are on the right track and the residues are being compared?

Many thanks in advance.

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