Solving a Problem with Integrals in R3

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The discussion centers on simplifying a complex integral involving Dirac delta functions and multiple integrals in R3. The user seeks to eliminate the delta functions and reduce the number of integrals while maintaining the integrity of the expression. Key points include the properties of the delta function, specifically that it evaluates to 1 when integrated over its entire range, and the potential for fixing variables through substitution. There is also a query about the correctness of substituting variables in the integral, particularly regarding the relationship between different differential elements. The conversation emphasizes understanding the integral's bounds and the dependence of functions on the variables involved.
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Hi! I've got a problem with an integral. Let's assume we've got something like this:

R3d3x1R3d3x2R3d3x3R3d3x4P(|x1|)P(|x3|)δ(x1+x2)δ(x3+x4)W(|x1+x2|)W(|x3+x4|)


xi is a vector
The "δ" is the Dirac delta.
P(|x|i) & W(|xi+xj|) are some functions
I would like to make it looks a bit simpler---I mean get rid of deltas and two integrals. How can I make it?
Thanks for help and sorry for spelling mistakes!
 
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What have you attempted? Do you understand the properties of the delta function?
 
if the xi=-xj then δ ≠0.

R3δ(x)d3x should be equal 1. Well, actually it should looks

like this:

-∞δ(x)dx=1

but it is the same I thing.. This is all I know.
 
Okay, also note that \int \cdots \int f(\vec{x}) \delta(\vec{x} - \vec{x}_o) d^Nx = f(\vec{x}_o). This can allow you to fix some variables.

My next question is, are we integrating from -\infty \rightarrow \infty? If the variable being integrated is not within the bounds, we can simplify things greatly.

I must say, it has been awhile since I have done integrals of this form.
 
Well, we are integrating it over the entire R3..
I don't get it. There isn't any function depending on x. there is only P and W that depend on |x| or |xi+xj|

PS I can't put P and W before the integrals, can I?
PPS One more thing. There is a integral:
∫d3x1
and let's assume x1=x2+x3 so the d3x1=d3x2+d3x3. So after substitution
∫d3x1=∫d3x2+∫d3x3? is it correct?
 
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