Pointwise convergence of holomorphic functions

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The discussion centers on the pointwise convergence of holomorphic functions, specifically addressing a theorem stating that a sequence of holomorphic functions converging pointwise to a function \( f \) is holomorphic on a dense, open subset of the domain \( \Omega \). A participant seeks an example where the limit function \( f \) is not holomorphic on the entire domain. Another participant suggests using Runge's theorem to identify a sequence of polynomials whose pointwise limit exhibits a point of discontinuity, thereby illustrating the theorem's implications.

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Hello.

In my complex analysis book I've read a theorem which says that if a sequence $$\{ f_n \}$$ of holomorphic functions on a domain $$\Omega$$ converges pointwise to a function $$f$$, then $$f $$ is holomorphic on a dense, open subset of $$\Omega$$.

I know how to prove this theorem. I just find it hard to come up with an example of a sequence (as described above) for which the limit $f$ is not holomorphic on the entire $$\Omega$$.
 
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Radiator said:
Hello.

In my complex analysis book I've read a theorem which says that if a sequence $$\{ f_n \}$$ of holomorphic functions on a domain $$\Omega$$ converges pointwise to a function $$f$$, then $$f $$ is holomorphic on a dense, open subset of $$\Omega$$.

I know how to prove this theorem. I just find it hard to come up with an example of a sequence (as described above) for which the limit $f$ is not holomorphic on the entire $$\Omega$$.

Hi Radiator,

By application of Runge's theorem, you should be able to find a sequence of polynomials whose pointwise limit has a point of discontinuity.
 

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