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The discussion focuses on solving homework questions related to Hermitian operators, specifically evaluating the integral of a function over the range from 0 to infinity. Participants suggest using integration by parts as a method to approach the problem. A solution is proposed and confirmed as correct by others in the thread. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding the integration process in the context of Hermitian operators. Overall, the thread provides guidance on tackling complex integral problems in quantum mechanics.
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Homework Statement


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Homework Equations


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Should I do this
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And also what would the integral of f(r) equal to at -inf<r<0?
 
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##\int_{0}^{\infty} \psi^*i\frac{\partial}{\partial r} r^2 \varphi dr##

The range of ##r## is ##0## to ##\infty##. For your first step, you might try an integration by parts.
 
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TSny said:
##\int_{0}^{\infty} \psi^*i\frac{\partial}{\partial r} r^2 \varphi dr##

The range of ##r## is ##0## to ##\infty##. For your first step, you might try an integration by parts.
Thank you very much!
 
TSny said:
##\int_{0}^{\infty} \psi^*i\frac{\partial}{\partial r} r^2 \varphi dr##

The range of ##r## is ##0## to ##\infty##. For your first step, you might try an integration by parts.
I get that the answer is https://imgur.com/OdTtc5D Is it correct?
 
Yes, I think that's correct.
 
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