Proving g-Orbit of z is Invariant Under g

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In summary, the conversation is discussing how to prove that the g-orbit of z, defined as Orbitg(x) = {h(x)|h\in g}, x\in C, is invariant under g, where g is an element of the group of isometries of the complex plane, Isom(C). The person asking for clarification wants to know if the proof only requires showing that the g-orbit of z is in C. The expert provides a possible proof by stating that since h is an isometry from C to itself, h(z) will also be in C for all h in g. They also request clarification on the definitions of g and h in the context of this proof.
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Suppose g[tex]\in[/tex] Isom C, z[tex]\in[/tex] C:

Prove that the g-orbit of z is invariant under g.

I just need some clarification on what this is asking for:

1.) Are we assuming that g is a group of the isometries of C under composition?
2.) To show invariance, would I only have to show that the g-orbit of z [tex]\in[/tex] C?


Here's my guess at the proof:

The g-orbit of z is defined as Orbitg(x) = {h(x)|h[tex]\in[/tex] g}, x[tex]\in[/tex] C.
Now, for all h[tex]\in[/tex] g, h(z)[tex]\in[/tex] C since h[tex]\in[/tex] Isom C, which means h is an isometry from the complex plane to itself. QED.

Thanks in advance.
 
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What does it mean for h to be an element of g if g is an element of Isom(C)? g isn't a set, is it? Can you clarify your definitions?
 

1. What is g-Orbit of z?

The g-Orbit of z refers to the set of all elements that z can be transformed into by applying the group operation g. In other words, it is the orbit of z under the action of the group g.

2. What does it mean for the g-Orbit of z to be invariant under g?

If the g-Orbit of z is invariant under g, it means that applying the group operation g to any element in the orbit will result in another element in the orbit. In other words, the g-Orbit of z will remain unchanged when operated on by g.

3. Why is proving the invariance of the g-Orbit of z under g important?

Proving the invariance of the g-Orbit of z under g is important because it helps us understand the behavior and properties of the group g. It also allows us to make predictions and perform calculations based on the invariance of the orbit.

4. How is the invariance of the g-Orbit of z under g proven?

To prove the invariance of the g-Orbit of z under g, we need to show that for any element x in the orbit, the result of applying g to x is still in the orbit. This can be done through mathematical proofs and calculations.

5. What are some real-life applications of proving the invariance of the g-Orbit of z under g?

The invariance of the g-Orbit of z under g has various applications in fields such as physics, chemistry, and computer science. It is used to understand the symmetries and transformations in physical systems, design efficient algorithms, and analyze molecular structures, among others.

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