Four divergence of stress energy tensor

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The discussion revolves around demonstrating that the four divergence of the stress-energy tensor for the sourceless Klein-Gordon equation is zero. Participants are examining specific equations and terms related to this topic.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Mathematical reasoning

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants are questioning the transition between equations (30) and (31), particularly regarding the disappearance of a factor of one-half. There is also discussion about the equality of terms in equation (31) and how they relate to the overall divergence being zero.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with some participants seeking clarification on specific mathematical steps and others providing insights based on external sources. There is a recognition of confusion regarding the factor of one-half, and attempts are being made to clarify the relationships between the terms involved.

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Participants reference external materials for equations and solutions, indicating that the problem may involve complex mathematical manipulations that require careful consideration of terms and their relationships.

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Hi, I'm trying to show the four divergence of the stress energy tensor of the sourceless klein gordon equation is zero. I got to the part in the solution where I am left with the equations of motion which is identically zero and 3 other terms.

I managed to find a solution online

See equation (30) to (32) in this pdf for where I am stuck

Firstly I have no idea where the factor of a half goes from (30) to (32) and secondly if it is legitimately gone for some reason, then the second and third term in (31) are equal and opposite which leaves you with just the 4th term, how does this equal to zero?

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Can you go from (30) to (31), i.e., can you show that the stuff after the first minus sign in (30) equals the stuff after the first minus sign in (31)?
 
Does the product rule seem familiar to you? If so, start by computing \partial_{\mu}\phi^2
 
Its fine, I got a reply on a different forum, the 1/2 should not have dissapeared, that is what was confusing me.
 

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