SUMMARY
The sine inverse of a purely complex number is expressed as $$sin^{-1}(ix)=2n\pi\pm i log(\sqrt{1+x^2}+x)$$, where \( n \) is any integer. The proof for the positive sign is established, while the proof for the negative sign requires recognizing that $$\sin(-x) = -\sin(x)$$. The derivation involves using the relationship $$e^{i\theta} = \cos\theta + i\sin\theta$$ and manipulating logarithmic identities to arrive at the final expressions for \( \theta \).
PREREQUISITES
- Understanding of complex numbers and their properties
- Familiarity with inverse trigonometric functions
- Knowledge of logarithmic functions and their properties
- Basic understanding of Euler's formula, $$e^{ix} = \cos(x) + i\sin(x)$$
NEXT STEPS
- Study the derivation of inverse trigonometric functions for complex arguments
- Explore the implications of Euler's formula in complex analysis
- Learn about the principal branch of logarithmic functions in complex analysis
- Investigate the properties of sine and cosine functions in the complex plane
USEFUL FOR
Mathematicians, students of complex analysis, and anyone interested in advanced trigonometric identities involving complex numbers will benefit from this discussion.