Proof that Z(p^∞) is an Abelian Group

We define the set:

Z(p^∞) = { z ∈ ℂ | z^pk = 1 for some integer k ≥ 1 }

We will verify the group axioms under multiplication.

Conclusion

Since Z(p^∞) satisfies closure, associativity, identity, inverses, and commutativity, it forms an abelian group under multiplication.

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Which works better for a given function – a Taylor expansion or a Fourier Expansion?  This post explores the pros and cons of each, using specific examples.

Examples of Taylor and Fourier Series Expansions

1. Polynomial Function:

Taylor Series Expansion:

Fourier Series Expansion:

Best Fit: Taylor series

2. Trigonometric Function:

Taylor Series Expansion:

Fourier Series Expansion:

Best Fit: Fourier series

3. Exponential Function:

Taylor Series Expansion:

Fourier Series Expansion: Not practical

Best Fit: Taylor series

4. Piecewise Function: on

Taylor Series Expansion: Not possible

Fourier Series Expansion:

Best Fit: Fourier series

5. Periodic Step Function:

Taylor Series Expansion: Not possible

Fourier Series Expansion:

Best Fit: Fourier series

Comparison Table

Function	Taylor Series	Fourier Series	Best Fit
	Good (converges well)	Works if periodic but inefficient	Taylor series
	Good for small	Best for periodic representation	Fourier series
	Excellent (globally convergent)	Poor (unless forced periodicity)	Taylor series
	Not possible	Works well (some Gibbs effect)	Fourier series
	Not possible	Best option (Gibbs phenomenon)	Fourier series

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• Taylor Series: Works best for local approximations around a single point (Maclaurin series if centered at zero).
• Fourier Series: Represents a function over an entire interval (typically $[-L,L]$ or $[0,2\pi ]$).

Key Differences Between Taylor Series and Fourier Series

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Neutron Star

A neutron star is a highly dense remnant of a massive star after a supernova explosion. It is characterized by:

• Mass:
• Radius: km
• Density: kg/m³
• Escape velocity:

Pulsar

A pulsar is a type of neutron star that emits periodic electromagnetic radiation due to its rapid rotation and strong magnetic field. It follows additional mathematical constraints:

• Rotation period: ms to a few seconds
• Magnetic field strength: Gauss
• Spin-down rate: s/s
• Energy loss due to dipole radiation:
  

Key Difference

All pulsars are neutron stars, but not all neutron stars are pulsars. A neutron star becomes a pulsar if:

• It has a strong enough magnetic field ( Gauss).
• It rotates rapidly enough to emit detectable periodic signals.

Over time, pulsars lose energy and slow down, eventually becoming regular neutron stars.

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1. Fundamental Differences

Bell’s Theorem: Demonstrates that no local hidden variable theory can fully explain quantum correlations observed in entangled systems. It is tested through inequalities (e.g., CHSH inequality), and experimental violations indicate nonlocality.

Laws of Thermodynamics: Govern energy, entropy, and equilibrium in macroscopic systems, ensuring that physical processes obey conservation laws and the increase of entropy.

2. Possible Connections

Though these domains are distinct, there are areas where quantum mechanics and thermodynamics interact:

a) Entanglement and the Second Law of Thermodynamics

• The Second Law states that entropy (disorder) never decreases in an isolated system.
• Entanglement generates quantum correlations that can be viewed as a resource.
• Using entanglement in thermodynamic processes is still constrained by the Second Law.

b) Information Theory and the Second Law

• Landauer’s Principle: Erasing information in a classical system requires energy dissipation (k_B T ln 2 per bit).
• Quantum correlations from Bell experiments involve information transfer in ways that challenge classical assumptions.
• Some interpretations suggest that entanglement might provide resources for thermodynamic efficiency beyond classical limits.

c) Quantum Thermodynamics

• Modern research examines thermodynamic cycles using entangled states.
• Bell inequalities can be used to study non-equilibrium thermodynamics.
• The Jarzynski equality and fluctuation theorems have quantum analogs that connect measurement, entropy, and energy exchanges.

Conclusion

While Bell’s theorem itself is not a thermodynamic statement, its implications for nonlocality and quantum information have inspired discussions about the foundations of thermodynamics in quantum systems. Future quantum technologies (quantum engines, quantum heat baths) might use entanglement in ways that challenge our classical understanding of energy and entropy.

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Redshift from a Non-Stationary Metric

1. Understanding Redshift from a Non-Stationary Metric

The redshift arises because the wavelength of light is stretched as it propagates through a dynamically changing metric. The fundamental reason is that in General Relativity, light follows null geodesics, and the metric determines how these geodesics evolve over time.

The most common example of a non-stationary metric is the Friedmann-Lemaître-Robertson-Walker (FLRW) metric, which describes an expanding or contracting universe:

ds² = -c² dt² + a²(t) (dr² / (1 - k r²) + r² dθ² + r² sin²θ dφ²)

2. Derivation of the Redshift Equation

The redshift z is defined as the relative change in wavelength:

z = (λ_observed - λ_emitted) / λ_emitted

or equivalently in terms of frequency:

z = (f_emitted - f_observed) / f_observed

Since light follows a null geodesic ds² = 0, the proper time interval for a comoving observer is:

dt / a(t) = constant

A photon emitted at time t_e and received at time t_o will experience a shift in wavelength due to the change in a(t). The key idea is that the number of wave crests remains constant, but the spatial separation between them changes as space expands.

Using the property that the frequency of light is inversely proportional to the scale factor:

f_observed / f_emitted = a(t_e) / a(t_o)

we define the cosmological redshift as:

z = (a(t_o) / a(t_e)) - 1

3. Special Cases

Small Redshifts (z ≪ 1)

For small z, we approximate the scale factor using the Hubble Law:

a(t) ≈ 1 + H₀ (t - t_o)

This gives the Doppler approximation:

z ≈ H₀ d / c

Large Redshifts (z ≫ 1)

At high redshifts, we need the full Friedmann equations to compute a(t), leading to:

1 + z = (a(t_o) / a(t_e)) = exp(∫_{t_e}^{t_o} H(t) dt)

where H(t) is the Hubble parameter.

4. Conclusion

A non-stationary metric, such as the expanding FLRW metric, leads to a redshift in light due to the stretching of spacetime. The redshift is directly related to the scale factor a(t), and the equation:

1 + z = a(t_o) / a(t_e)

is fundamental in cosmology, helping us measure the expansion history of the universe.

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1. Green’s Functions and Propagators

The solution to the time-dependent Schrödinger equation often involves propagators, which describe the evolution of a wavefunction over time. The propagator G(x,t;x',t') is often expressed as a convolution integral:

ψ(x,t) = ∫ G(x,t;x',t') ψ(x',t') dx'

For entangled systems, such as two-particle wavefunctions, the Green’s function method involves convolution-like integrals in both configuration and momentum space.

2. Reduced Density Matrices and Decoherence

For a bipartite quantum system, the reduced density matrix of a subsystem ρ_A(x, x') after tracing out another system B can be written as:

ρ_A(x, x') = ∫ ψ(x, y) ψ*(x', y) dy

where the convolution integral over y (the degrees of freedom of the traced-out system) leads to decoherence effects in entangled systems.

3. Convolution in the Context of Quantum Correlations

Entangled wavefunctions of two particles often involve convolution-type integrals in their evolution. For example, in momentum space:

Ψ(p₁, p₂) = ∫ K(p₁, q₁) K(p₂, q₂) Ψ(q₁, q₂) dq₁ dq₂

where K(p, q) represents a transformation kernel that could come from a propagator or measurement process.

Example: EPR State Evolution

Consider an entangled EPR state in momentum representation:

Ψ(p₁, p₂) = δ(p₁ + p₂)

The time evolution of this state under free-particle Hamiltonians involves convolution integrals with propagators:

Ψ(x₁, x₂, t) = ∫ G(x₁ - x₁', t) G(x₂ - x₂', t) Ψ(x₁', x₂', 0) dx₁' dx₂'

Summary

• Convolution integrals appear in the propagator formalism, Green’s function methods, and reduced density matrices of entangled systems.
• They play a crucial role in describing the time evolution, measurement effects, and decoherence of entangled states.
• Specific cases include the evolution of EPR states and the behavior of correlated two-particle systems.

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1. The Gamma Function

, for .

Applications:

• Generalization of factorials: .
• Used in probability distributions and statistical mechanics.
• Found in Feynman integrals in quantum physics.

2. The Beta Function

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Applications:

• Related to the Gamma function via .
• Used in Bayesian statistics and machine learning.

3. The Error Function

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Applications:

• Used in Gaussian probability distributions.
• Appears in heat and diffusion equations.

4. The Fresnel Integrals and

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Applications:

• Wave optics and diffraction patterns.
• Radar signal processing.

5. The Dirichlet Integral

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Applications:

• Fourier analysis and signal processing.

6. The Bessel Functions

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Applications:

• Solutions to differential equations in cylindrical coordinates.
• Used in electromagnetics and fluid dynamics.

7. The Airy Function

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Applications:

• Quantum mechanics and tunneling problems.
• Optics and wavefront analysis.

8. The Riemann Zeta Function

, for .

Applications:

• Number theory and prime distribution.
• Quantum field theory.

9. The Lambert W Function

Defined by , with integral representation:

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Applications:

• Used in combinatorics and graph theory.
• Appears in quantum mechanics and delay differential equations.

10. The Polylogarithm Function

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Applications:

• Found in quantum field theory and statistical mechanics.
• Used in cryptography and information theory.

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Functions that are defined by their integrals often arise in fields like physics, probability theory, and engineering, where the direct formulation of a function may be complex or not easily expressible in closed form. Below are some examples of such functions, along with real-world applications:

1. The CDF (Cumulative Distribution Function) of a Probability Distribution

Definition: The CDF of a random variable X is defined as the integral of the probability density function (PDF) f_X(x) from -∞ to x:

        FX(x) = ∫-∞x fX(t) dt

Application: In statistics and probability theory, CDFs are used to model the probability that a random variable takes a value less than or equal to a given value. For example, the CDF is used in risk analysis and decision-making under uncertainty (e.g., calculating the likelihood of an event occurring within a certain range).

2. The Green’s Function in Differential Equations

Definition: Green’s function G(x, s) is a solution to a boundary value problem that is defined as the integral of the forcing term f(x) over the domain. For a linear differential operator L and boundary conditions, the solution to the equation L u(x) = f(x) can be written as:

        u(x) = ∫ G(x, s) f(s) ds

Application: In electromagnetism and heat conduction, Green’s functions are used to solve problems related to how fields (electric, magnetic, or temperature) propagate in various media. For example, in electromagnetic field theory, Green’s functions describe how a current distribution generates a magnetic field.

3. The Fourier Transform

Definition: The Fourier transform f̂(k) of a function f(x) is defined as:

        f̂(k) = ∫-∞∞ f(x) e-ikx dx

Application: Fourier transforms are extensively used in signal processing to analyze frequencies in time-domain signals. For instance, in audio processing, the Fourier transform is used to decompose sound signals into their constituent frequencies, enabling tasks like filtering and compression.

4. The Potential Function in Physics

Definition: The potential function V(x) in physics can be defined as the integral of the force F(x), where the force is the negative gradient of the potential:

        V(x) = - ∫ F(x) dx

Application: In classical mechanics, the potential function is used to describe the potential energy in systems like gravitational fields or electric fields. For example, in planetary motion, the gravitational potential function defines the energy that governs the movement of planets in space.

5. The Convolution Integral in Signal Processing

Definition: The convolution of two functions f(x) and g(x) is defined as:

        (f * g)(x) = ∫-∞∞ f(t) g(x - t) dt

Application: In image processing, convolution is used to apply filters, such as edge detection or blurring, to images. In audio processing, convolution is used to simulate the response of a system to an input signal, such as reverberation effects in music.

6. The Laplace Transform

Definition: The Laplace transform of a function f(t) is given by:

        ℒ{f(t)} = F(s) = ∫0∞ e-st f(t) dt

Application: In control theory and systems engineering, the Laplace transform is used to analyze the behavior of dynamic systems, such as electrical circuits or mechanical systems. It helps in solving differential equations that describe these systems and analyzing their stability and response.

7. The Radon Transform

Definition: The Radon transform is an integral transform that takes a function defined on a plane and integrates it along straight lines. It is defined as:

        Rf(θ, t) = ∫ℓt,θ f(x) ds

Application: The Radon transform is the mathematical foundation for computed tomography (CT) scans. In medical imaging, it is used to reconstruct images of the interior of a body from X-ray projections taken at different angles.

8. The Heaviside Step Function (Unit Step Function)

Definition: The Heaviside function H(x) is typically defined as:

        H(x) = ∫-∞x δ(t) dt

Application: The Heaviside function is used in control systems and signal processing to model switches or events that occur at specific times. For example, it can represent the turning on or off of a switch in electrical circuits or the onset of a signal.

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Tangent Vectors

Definition:

A tangent vector at a point on a manifold (a space that locally resembles Euclidean space) represents the “direction” and “rate” at which one can move away from that point. In simpler terms, it’s a vector that is tangent to a curve or surface at a given point.

Affine Parameterization

Definition:

Affine parameterization refers to a way of parameterizing a curve such that the parameter changes uniformly with respect to the curve’s length. This means that the parameter increases at a constant rate as you move along the curve.

Tangent Spaces

Definition:

The tangent space at a point on a manifold is the set of all tangent vectors at that point. It forms a vector space, meaning you can add tangent vectors and multiply them by scalars to get new tangent vectors.

Summary with Examples

1. Tangent Vector:

   Example: On a circle, the tangent vector at any point points in the direction perpendicular to the radius at that point.

2. Affine Parameterization:

   Example: A straight line in 3D space parameterized by , where is the affine parameter.

3. Tangent Space:

   Example: On a sphere, the tangent space at any point is the plane that touches the sphere at that point, containing all possible tangent vectors at that point.

These concepts are fundamental in differential geometry and are used to study curves, surfaces, and higher-dimensional manifolds.

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