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The discussion centers on solving the heat equation, specifically through the method of "Separation of Variables." Chen expresses confusion regarding the relationship between moments of various orders (0, 1, 2, 3) and the heat equation. The recommended approach for solving the heat equation involves assuming a solution of the form u(x,t)=F(x)G(t). Further exploration of this method is encouraged for clarity.

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1 .) i added several problems which i couldn't understand the approach for solving them.
i'm kinda confused, will glad if someone would guide me.

2.) in class we've talked about and calculated . n orders(0,1,2,3) of moments, how is it to do with the heat equations? and what is the importance?

thanks

chen
 

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chenrim said:
1 .) i added several problems which i couldn't understand the approach for solving them.
i'm kinda confused, will glad if someone would guide me.

2.) in class we've talked about and calculated . n orders(0,1,2,3) of moments, how is it to do with the heat equations? and what is the importance?

thanks

chen

For 1), I'd try the method of "Separation of variables". In other words, you make the ansatz (or assume) that a solution to the heat equation is of the form u(x,t)=F(x)G(t). I suggest you to read about this method on the Internet.
2)I have no idea, never heard of such thing.
 

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