Finding the real and imaginary parts of a function

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The discussion revolves around finding the real and imaginary parts of a holomorphic function, specifically relating the components of one function to another. The scope includes mathematical reasoning and problem-solving related to complex analysis.

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  • Mathematical reasoning

Main Points Raised

  • One participant asks for clarification on the definitions of the real and imaginary parts of the function g, suggesting that they are denoted as $$u_g=\text{Re}(g)$$ and $$v_g=\text{Im}(g)$$.
  • Another participant proposes starting with the equation $$u_f = \frac{f(z)+\overline{f(z)}}{2}$$ to find the real part of the function f.
  • A participant questions the meaning of $$\overline{f(\overline{z})}$$ and provides an example to illustrate the concept, expressing uncertainty about the interpretation.
  • Further, another example is presented where $$f(z)=z^2+i$$ is used to demonstrate the calculation of $$\overline{f\left({\bar{z}}\right)}$$, showing the transformation of the function through complex conjugation.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express varying levels of understanding regarding the definitions and transformations involved, with some seeking clarification while others provide examples. The discussion does not reach a consensus on the interpretation of certain expressions.

Contextual Notes

Some participants express uncertainty about the definitions and implications of complex conjugation, indicating potential limitations in their understanding of the relationships between the functions.

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If f:C-->C is holomorphic and View attachment 1263 , find the real and imaginary parts ug and vg of g in terms of the real and imaginary parts uf and vf of f.
 

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Re: Please can you give me some hint to do this exercise

For clarification you mean by $$u_g=\text{Re}(g) $$ and $$v_g=\text{Im}(g)$$ using that $$g(x,y) = u(x,y)+iv(x,y)$$ , right?
 
Re: Please can you give me some hint to do this exercise

ZaidAlyafey said:
For clarification you mean by $$u_g=\text{Re}(g) $$ and $$v_g=\text{Im}(g)$$ using that $$g(x,y) = u(x,y)+iv(x,y)$$ , right?

yeas right
 
Re: Please can you give me some hint to do this exercise

I would suggest starting by

$$u_f = \frac{f(z)+\overline{f(z)}}{2}$$
 
Re: Please can you give me some hint to do this exercise

ZaidAlyafey said:
I would suggest starting by

$$u_f = \frac{f(z)+\overline{f(z)}}{2}$$
One more question what is $$\overline{f(\overline{z})}$$ actually?? i don't quite understand this!
 
Re: Please can you give me some hint to do this exercise

shen07 said:
One more question what is $$\overline{f(\overline{z})}$$ actually?? i don't quite understand this!
Consider a simple example:
f(z) = u(z) + i v(z) with z = x + iy.

Then
f(z) = u(x + iy) + i v(x + iy)

f( \overline{z} ) = u(x - iy) + i v(x - iy)

\overline{f( \overline{z} ) } = u(x - iy) - i v(x - iy)

Is this what you are looking for? Or something more conceptual?

-Dan
 
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Another example:
$$f(z)=z^2+i \Rightarrow \overline{f\left({\bar{z}}\right)}=\overline{(\bar{z})^2+i}=\overline{ \overline{z^2}+i}=\overline{\overline{z^2}}+\bar{i}=z^2-i$$
 

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