Renormalization of Logarithmic divergences

In summary, renormalization of logarithmic divergences is a technique used in theoretical physics to remove infinities in calculations involving quantum field theories. These infinities arise due to the mathematical nature of the calculations and need to be removed in order to make accurate predictions and calculations. This is done through a series of mathematical manipulations using techniques such as dimensional regularization and counterterms. Not renormalizing logarithmic divergences can lead to inaccurate and nonsensical results, making it an essential step in making meaningful predictions in theoretical physics. This technique is used in all quantum field theories involving quantum mechanics and particle interactions.
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how can logarithmic divergences be renormalized ?

for example if i have [tex] \int_{0}^{\infty} \frac{log^{n}(x)dx}{x+a} [/tex] differentiation with respect to 'a' and integration over 'x' gives finite result for example

[tex] \int_{0}^{\infty} \frac{dx}{x+a}=-log(a)+C [/tex]

here 'C' would be an extra parameter in our theory to be measured, are there another methods to regularize logarithmic divergencies, for example if ONLY the logarithmic divergences were RELEVANT how could we get rid of them ??
 
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There's loads of different ways of renormalising a theory- which books have you tried looking at?
 

1. What is renormalization of logarithmic divergences?

Renormalization of logarithmic divergences is a technique used in theoretical physics to remove infinities in calculations involving quantum field theories. It involves redefining certain parameters in the theory to absorb the divergences and make the results finite and physically meaningful.

2. Why do we need to renormalize logarithmic divergences?

Logarithmic divergences arise in quantum field theories due to the mathematical nature of the calculations. These infinities are not physically meaningful and need to be removed in order to make accurate predictions and calculations in theoretical physics.

3. How is renormalization of logarithmic divergences performed?

Renormalization of logarithmic divergences involves a series of mathematical manipulations using techniques such as dimensional regularization and counterterms. These techniques allow for the removal of the divergences and the redefinition of parameters in the theory.

4. What are the implications of not renormalizing logarithmic divergences?

If logarithmic divergences are not renormalized, the calculations and predictions made using the quantum field theory will be inaccurate and could potentially lead to nonsensical results. Renormalization is an essential step in making meaningful and accurate predictions in theoretical physics.

5. Are renormalization of logarithmic divergences used in all quantum field theories?

Yes, renormalization of logarithmic divergences is a widely used technique in quantum field theories. It is necessary in order to make accurate predictions and calculations in any theory involving quantum mechanics and interactions between particles.

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