Understanding the Harmonic Function Problem

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The Harmonic Function Problem centers on the mathematical definition of harmonic functions, specifically the condition that must be satisfied: $\displaystyle \frac{\partial ^2 u}{\partial x^2} + \frac{\partial ^2 u}{\partial y^2} = 0$. This equation indicates that a function is harmonic if its Laplacian is zero in a two-dimensional space. Understanding this concept is crucial for applications in physics and engineering, particularly in potential theory and fluid dynamics.

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Please help me I am struggle with this question
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Well, do you know what a Harmonic Function is?

In this case, to be Harmonic, you would need $\displaystyle \begin{align*} \frac{\partial ^2 u}{\partial x^2} + \frac{\partial ^2 u}{\partial y^2} = 0 \end{align*}$...
 
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Well, do you know what a Harmonic Function is?

In this case, to be Harmonic, you would need $\displaystyle \begin{align*} \frac{\partial ^2 u}{\partial x^2} + \frac{\partial ^2 u}{\partial y^2} = 0 \end{align*}$...
Thank you for helping me
 

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