Power reflectoin coefficient of EM Radiation on a good conductor

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The discussion revolves around the calculation of the power reflection coefficient for electromagnetic radiation on a good conductor. A user expresses uncertainty about a potential mistake in their calculations, specifically regarding the application of the formula and the squaring of terms. They acknowledge an error related to the multiplication of the numerator by the complex conjugate of the denominator, noting that imaginary components should remain. Despite recognizing this mistake, the user still does not arrive at the correct answer. The conversation highlights the complexities involved in solving problems related to electromagnetic theory.
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Homework Statement



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Homework Equations



Pwr Ref Coeff:

(Z'-Z)/(Z'+Z) all squared

I maybe made a mistake but i can't spot it. And its bugging me
I did square the whole thing afterward for the power...but i just have a sign error

The Attempt at a Solution



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Please note that in negating one of my terms I underlined the wrong things, I did not negate u0/e0. but everything else in the demoninator because they are much smaller
 
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I don't know how to do the problem, but I do know that you made a mistake when you multiplied the numerator by the complex conjugate of the denominator. The i's don't go away for the numerator.
 
JaWiB said:
I don't know how to do the problem, but I do know that you made a mistake when you multiplied the numerator by the complex conjugate of the denominator. The i's don't go away for the numerator.



Yep I realized that shortly after posting...It still doesn't give the right answer
 
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