How Does a Vector Transform Across Different Charts on a Manifold?

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The discussion focuses on the transformation of vectors across different charts on an n-dimensional manifold, specifically at a point p. It establishes that a vector defined in one chart, (u, ψ), can be transformed to another chart, (v, Ω), using a specific transformation relation. The transformation is highlighted as being independent of the chosen coordinate system, emphasizing the intrinsic nature of vectors on manifolds. The mathematical relation for the transformation is noted but not fully detailed in the provided content.

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consider we have n dimensional manifold,N
at point p we can define a vector
this vector is independent of our coordinate.

assume we choose two chart (u,ψ) and (v,Ω) that intersection of ψ and Ω is not empty.
in this situation, we know a vector define at p in chart (u,ψ) transforms to chart (v,Ω) with this relation
v^μ{}=\frac{}4{}21
 
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