Spectral interpretation of Primes

In summary, the conversation discusses the possibility of a linear operator L that can be applied to a state |\phi_n > resulting in the nth prime number p_n multiplied by the state. The question is whether there is a spectral interpretation for prime numbers, with some mention of previous research on the topic.
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the idea is

is there a Linear operator L so [tex] L | \phi _n > =p_n |\phi_n > [/tex]

with p_n being the nth prime and L a linear operator , is it possible to have an spectral interpretation for prime numbers ?
 
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zetafunction said:
the idea is

is there a Linear operator L so [tex] L | \phi _n > =p_n |\phi_n > [/tex]

with p_n being the nth prime and L a linear operator , is it possible to have an spectral interpretation for prime numbers ?
I don't think your formula makes sense, but I am not sure. It looks like you have L and p(n)each divide [tex]\phi_n[/tex] but should that really be so since [tex]\phi_n[/tex] should be less than p(n)?
PS There are over 20,000 articles in science direct that combined the words spectral and primes. Some mention a spectral analysis of the prime intevals etc., but I don't have access to the specific articles.
 
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1. What is spectral interpretation of primes?

Spectral interpretation of primes is a mathematical concept that utilizes the properties of prime numbers to study and understand different mathematical systems. It involves analyzing the spectral properties of certain mathematical objects, such as graphs or matrices, to gain insights into the distribution of prime numbers.

2. How does spectral interpretation of primes work?

Spectral interpretation of primes works by representing a given mathematical system as a matrix or graph, and then analyzing its spectral properties. These properties are related to the distribution of prime numbers, providing a way to study and understand the behavior of primes within the system.

3. What are the applications of spectral interpretation of primes?

Spectral interpretation of primes has various applications in mathematics and computer science. It has been used to study the distribution of prime numbers in different systems, such as cryptography, network theory, and random matrix theory. It also has implications in number theory and prime number theory.

4. What are some limitations of spectral interpretation of primes?

One limitation of spectral interpretation of primes is that it is a relatively new concept and is still being studied and developed. Therefore, there may be some limitations in its application to certain systems or in understanding its full potential. Additionally, it may not provide a complete understanding of prime numbers in all mathematical systems.

5. How does spectral interpretation of primes relate to the Riemann Hypothesis?

The Riemann Hypothesis is one of the most famous unsolved problems in mathematics, and spectral interpretation of primes has been used to study and make progress towards its proof. The connection between these two lies in the spectral properties of the Riemann zeta function, which is closely related to the distribution of prime numbers. Spectral interpretation of primes provides a new perspective and tools for studying the Riemann Hypothesis.

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