SUMMARY
The discussion focuses on finding the residues of the function \( f(z) = \Gamma(z) \Gamma(z-1) x^{-z} \) at \( z = 0 \) and \( z = -n \). The residues are calculated using the properties of the Gamma function, leading to the conclusion that \( \text{Res} [ \Gamma(z) \Gamma(z-1) x^{-z},0] = \ln(x) + 2 \gamma - 1 \). The analysis confirms that there is a second-order pole at \( z = 0 \), and differentiation of the function yields the correct residue. The results are validated against solutions provided by Maple.
PREREQUISITES
- Understanding of complex analysis, specifically residue theory.
- Familiarity with the Gamma function and its properties.
- Knowledge of limits and differentiation in the context of complex functions.
- Experience with symbolic computation tools like Maple.
NEXT STEPS
- Study the properties of the Gamma function, particularly its behavior near poles.
- Learn about residue calculation techniques in complex analysis.
- Explore the use of Maple for symbolic computation in complex analysis problems.
- Investigate higher-order poles and their residues in complex functions.
USEFUL FOR
Mathematicians, physicists, and students studying complex analysis, particularly those interested in residue calculations and the properties of the Gamma function.