Set Definition and 1000 Threads

  1. EnumaElish

    Physicists set to revolutionize big data, AI

    When I opened up the article https://www.wired.com/2017/01/move-coders-physicists-will-soon-rule-silicon-valley/ I expected to see quantum computing as the next field physicists are to revolutionize. I was surprised to see it was data management and machine learning. I am happy for physicists...
  2. binbagsss

    Q about a Proof -- periods meromorphic function form discrete set

    Homework Statement Hi, As part of the proof that : the set of periods ##\Omega_f ## of periods of a meromorphic ##f: U \to \hat{C} ##, ##U## an open set and ##\hat{C}=C \cup \infty ##, ##C## the complex plane, form a discrete set of ##C## when ##f## is a non-constant a step taken in the...
  3. RJLiberator

    Can the empty set be used to satisfy inf(B) ≥ sup(B)?

    Homework Statement Find an example set, B where inf B ≥ sup B.Homework Equations For reference, the definitions https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infimum_and_supremum : "In mathematics, the infimum (abbreviated inf; plural infima) of a subset S of a partially ordered set T is the greatest element...
  4. E

    MATLAB How to Set a Variable in Matlab as an Integer Only?

    Is there a function in Matlab that presets the value of a variable as an integer only? For example I will set the variable 'y' as an integer at the very beginning of the code, and whenever the variable gains a new value it automatically returns an integer value. Thank you in advance.
  5. B

    Proving a Certain Set is Closed in the Uniform Topology

    Homework Statement Let ##Q = \{(x_1,x_2,...,) \in \mathbb{R}^\omega ~|~ \lim x_n = 0 \}##. I would like to show this set is closed in the uniform topology, which is generated by the metric ##\rho(x,y) = \sup d(x_i,y_i)##, where ##d## is the standard bounded metric on ##\mathbb{R}##. Homework...
  6. zexxa

    Calculating uncertainty with a set of angles

    Homework Statement Hi there, the issue I'm having right now is finding the right way to calculate uncertainties when trigonometric terms come in play. The question goes like this, we're given 2 sets of 5 angles in degrees, the incident angle (10.0, 20.0, 30.0, 40.0, 50.0) and the other is the...
  7. A

    A Physical meaning of open set on manifold

    I understand the definition of continuity on a manifold based on open sets. I was questionning myself about what is the corresponding physical meaning of an open set of a manifold (M, Power-set-of-M, Atlas). Is it a simple (maybe simplest) assumption in order to define mathematically continuity...
  8. TheChemist_

    Determining graphical set of solutions for complex numbers

    Homework Statement So we have been doing complex numbers for about 2 weeks and there is this one equation I just can't solve. It's about showing the set of solutions in graphical form (on "coordinate" system with the imaginary and the real axis). So here is the equation: Homework Equations...
  9. caters

    All other ratios from just a small set

    Homework Statement A person has come to a world full of pets. He notices right away that dogs are the most prevalent of all pets. But that's not all. He notices these 8 ratios: Dog:Cat = 5:1 Dog:Rodent = 1:5 Dog:Lizard = 1:3 Dog:Snake = 2:1 Dog:Turtle = 1:3 Dog:Alligator = 3:1 Dog:Crocodile =...
  10. M

    Get equation that describes set of measured values

    Hello. A whole decade passed since I graduated mathematics and shifted to other profession, so my knowledge is very rusty. There is an important problem for a scientific work that I need help for. Let's say factor t is being calculated from factors x, y and z, all some parameters from living...
  11. M

    MHB Is Set M1 Convex? A Proof Using Mathematical Induction

    Hey! :o We have the function $\displaystyle{y=f(x_1, x_2)=x_1\cdot x_2^2}$ and the set $M_1=\{x\in [0, \infty)^2 \mid f(x_1, x_2)>1\}$. I want to check if the set is convex. Let $x=(x_1, x_2) , y=(y_1, y_2)\in M_1$, then $x_1\cdot x_2^2>1$ and $y_1\cdot y_2^2>1$. We want to show that...
  12. I

    How did our genetic process get set up?

    In bio we are learning about genetics; DNA replication, transcription and translation. The process from DNA to proteins is extremely, extremely complex (not understanding it, just the mechanics of it). It just seems like a weird thing to come up naturally. Now, I am not a believer in inteligant...
  13. E

    MHB Proving Existence of Surjective Function F from P(N)\N to P(N)

    I'd really like some help in answering the next question...anything that might help will save my life: F is defined this way: F:A→B where A,B⊂P(N) and P(N) is the power set of the naturals. Let S,R∈A such that S is a proper subset of R if and only if F(S) is a proper subset of F(R) My question...
  14. Surya97

    Why is there a set speed of sound in a certain medium?

    Why does sound always move at the local speed of sound in a medium (in other words, why is there a set speed of sound for certain medium)? I understand that sound is a compression wave, but shouldn't a louder sound (i.e. one with a higher amplitude) move faster? What about a higher pitch noise...
  15. A

    Setting Up a Matrix with Order Unity Elements: A Scientist's Guide

    Homework Statement A determinant with all elements of order unity may be surprisingly small. The Gilbert determinant Hij=(I+j-1)^-1, i,j=2... n is notorious for its small values. Homework EquationsThe Attempt at a Solution I just need help setting up the matrix and I can solve it myself. Thanks
  16. Mr Davis 97

    Proving Set Identity: A ∪ (B - A) = ∅ Explanation

    Homework Statement The problem is to prove that ##A \cup (B - A) = \varnothing## Homework EquationsThe Attempt at a Solution The solution in the textbook is that ##A \cup (B-A) = \{x~ |~ x \in A \land (x \in B \land x \not\in A) \} = \{x~ |~ x \in A \land x \not\in A \land x \in B \} = \{x~ |...
  17. A

    MHB How Do I Find the Eigenvalues of \(F^2\) for the Derivative Mapping in \(X\)?

    How do I find the set of all eigenvalues of $F^2$, if the problem gives me that $F: X \mapsto X$ is the derivative mapping defined in the space $X$ of all infinitely differentiable real functions? I found this solution from an online source which is not known for being reliable. Therefore I am...
  18. M

    MHB Show that the set of the upper triangular matrices is a ring

    Hey! :o A set $R$ with two operations $+$ und $\cdot$ is a ring, if the following properties are satisfied: $(R, +)$ is a commutative/abelian group Associativity : For all $a,b, c \in R$ it holds that $(a \cdot b)\cdot c = a \cdot (b \cdot c)$. Distributive property : For all $a,b, c...
  19. S

    Need Help Solving Set of Coupled ODEs

    Homework Statement Liquid nitrogen is in a dewar connected to a vacuum pump. Initial pressure in a dewar is 1atm and saturated with gaseous nitrogen. If the vacuum pump started, it removes gas in it and the pressure in a dewar will be reduced under the saturation pressure of the liquid...
  20. Z

    B Creating Equation Based on Data Set of x,y Values

    I'm attempting to reclaim lost knowledge... hopefully this works. I would like to take a data set I have x,y values and project the trend beyond the (10) values I currently have. For example, I have a graph with (10) values for x and y, but would like to graph the trend created by values 1-10 to...
  21. lep11

    Determine if the non-linear set of equations has unique solution

    Homework Statement Determine if the following set of equations has unique solution of the form ##g(z)=(x,y)## in the n-hood of the origin. $$\begin{cases} xyz+\sin(xyz)=0 \\ x+y+z=0 \end{cases}$$ Homework Equations I assume I am supposed to use the implicit function theorem...
  22. R

    Showing associativity for a particular set

    Homework Statement Let Zn denote the set of integers {0,1,2,...n-1}. Let * be a binary operation on Zn such that a*b is the remainder of ab divided by n. Show that (Zn,*) is a semigroup for any n . Homework EquationsThe Attempt at a Solution [/B]For showing the algebraic system to be a...
  23. Ryaners

    Beginning Sets: Advice on Set Building Notation?

    I've started Book of Proof, the first chapter of which is an intro to sets. Q.1 Is there any particular way to approach these kinds of problems, other than using intuition / trial & error? I tend to have some difficulty in working out the best way to express the general term of a sequence, for...
  24. L

    I If set A subset of B, and B of C, it does not necessarilly f

    Continiung from the title, it does not necessarilly follow that A will be a subset of C. I knew this for a long time, but I am unable to understand why. Elias zakons notes gave an example' here is the example: This may be illustrated by the following examples. Let a “nation” be defined as a...
  25. Math Amateur

    MHB Axiom of Infinity and Garling, Theorem 1.7.4 - the successor set Z^+

    I am reading D. J. H. Garling: "A Course in Mathematical Analysis: Volume I Foundations and Elementary Real Analysis ... ... I am currently focused on Garling's Section 1.7 The Foundation Axiom and the Axiom of Infinity ... ... I need some help with Theorem 1.7.4 ... and in particular with...
  26. Math Amateur

    I Axiom of Infinity & Garling, Th. 1.7.4 & the successor set

    I am reading D. J. H. Garling: "A Course in Mathematical Analysis: Volume I Foundations and Elementary Real Analysis ... ... I am currently focused on Garling's Section 1.7 The Foundation Axiom and the Axiom of Infinity ... ... I need some help with Theorem 1.7.4 ... and in particular with the...
  27. F

    Maple Maple - Explicit Set Definition & Natural Number Symbol

    Hi, I would like to know if is possible define a set rule explicitly. ex.: Define the set A explicitly where ξ = ℕ and A = {x | x < 3}. The maplesoft said the (N) is a representation of Natural Numbers. f:=proc() local a,b; a:=N; b:= 3; print(a<b); end proc; when I...
  28. Math Amateur

    MHB Axioms of Set Theory: Separation Axiom and Garling Theorem 1.2.2 .... ....

    I am reading D. J. H. Garling: "A Course in Mathematical Analysis: Volume I Foundations and Elementary Real Analysis ... ...At present I am focused on Chapter 1: The Axioms of Set Theory and need some help with Theorem 1.2.2 and its relationship to the Separation Axiom ... ... The...
  29. Math Amateur

    I Set Theory: Separation Axiom and Garling's Theorem 1.2.2

    I am reading D. J. H. Garling: "A Course in Mathematical Analysis: Volume I Foundations and Elementary Real Analysis" ... ... At present I am focused on Chapter 1: The Axioms of Set Theory and need some help with Theorem 1.2.2 and its relationship to the Separation Axiom ... ... The...
  30. M

    Physics Famous scientists today....what set them apart?

    I'm an astrophysics major in college and I absolutely plan to continue on to graduate school if it gives me the best opportunities. I've grown up watching popular scientists (or science "communicators" if you will) and reading their books. Bill Nye, Carl Sagan, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Richard...
  31. I

    MHB Prove that Q is not a finite set

    Hello I am trying to prove that $\mathbb{Q}$ is not a finite set. I proceed with path of proof by contradiction. Suppose that $\mathbb{Q}$ is a finite set. Then $\exists\; n \in \mathbb{N}$ such that $I_n \sim \mathbb{Q}$, where \[ I_n = \{i \in \mathbb{Z^{+}} |\; i \leq n\} \] This means that...
  32. Mr Davis 97

    T/F: Subset of a spanning set always forms a basis

    Homework Statement T/F: If a finite set of vectors spans a vector space, then some subset of the vectors is a basis. Homework EquationsThe Attempt at a Solution It seems that the answer is true, due to the "Spanning Set Theorem," which says that we are allowed to remove vectors in a spanning...
  33. B

    Showing a Set is not Connected

    Homework Statement I am trying to show that ##X = \{z : |z| \le 1 \} \cup \{z : |z-2|<1\} \subset \mathbb{C}## is a connected set. Homework Equations Definition of connectedness that I am working with: A metric space ##(X,d)## is connected if the only subsets of ##X## that are both open and...
  34. M

    I Is the set {e^x, x^2} linearly independent?

    Hello all. I have a question about linear dependency. Suppose we have a set ##S## of functions defined on ##\mathbb{R}##. ##S = \{e^x, x^2\}##. It seems very intuitive that this set is linear independent. But, we did something in class I'm unsure about. Proof: Let ##\alpha, \beta \in...
  35. A

    Solve Set Proof Problems Homework Statement

    Homework Statement Can anyone please help me solve these questions? (1) Prove that (A-B) - (B-C) = A-B (2)Simplify (A-( A N B)) N (B-(ANB)) (3) Simplify ( ( A N ( B U C)) N ( A-B)) N ( B U C') (4)Use element property and algebraic argument to derive the property (A-B) U (B-C) = (A U B) - (B N...
  36. L

    I Empty Set Confusion: Why is it Not Counted in Cardinality?

    The empty set has a cardinality of 0, yet it is found in all sets and as we know any sets within a set are counted as a single element. But it never counted as an element in the cardinality of a set? For example: The set {1,2,3} contains 8 distinct subsets including the empty set, as taken by...
  37. J

    Solve Set Theory Homework: Right Hand Side of "Or

    Homework Statement ##C \subseteq A \cap B \implies A \cap B \cap C = C## Homework Equations How do I get rid of the "belongs to" term on the right hand side? I know I need to prove either the left hand or the right hand side of the "or" term is correct, I'm just not sure how to get there. The...
  38. Vitani11

    How do I properly set up this F.B.D.?

    Homework Statement A uniform solid cylinder of wood rolls without slipping down an incline of angle theta. the coefficient of static friction is μs and kinetic friction is μk. Find the acceleration of the center of mass of the cylinder. Homework Equations mgsin(theta)-μk = ma The Attempt at a...
  39. pellman

    I How does a disjoint union differ from a set of sets?

    Given an indexed collection of sets A_x the disjoint union of these sets can be thought of as the ordinary union of the sets \{ x \} \times A_x for all x. That is, it is the set of all pairs (x, a) where a \in A_x. (Correct me at this point if my understanding of disjoint union is wrong.)...
  40. M

    MHB Shaded region in terms of set notation

    I'm having trouble in expressing the shaded region in set notation (Thinking) Many Thanks :)
  41. M

    Proof of A Union of A Intersection B Equals A

    Homework Statement Prove that ##A \cup (A \cap B) = A## Homework Equations In the previous exercise, we proved: Let A, B be sets. Then, the following statements are equivalent: 1) ##A \subseteq B## 2) ##A \cup B = B## 3) ##A \cap B = A## The Attempt at a Solution The proof of ##A \cup (A...
  42. K

    Proving That Any Vector in a Vector Space V Can Be Written as a Linear Combination of a Basis Set

    Homework Statement Show that any vector in a vector space V can be written as a linear combination of a basis set for that same space V. Homework Equations http://linear.ups.edu/html/section-VS.html We are suppose to use the 10 rules in the above link, plus the fact that if you have a lineraly...
  43. R

    MHB Proving Convex Set Properties to Showing the Convexity of X-Y

    I need help on this problem: If $X$ and $Y$ are convex sets, show that $X-Y = Z = \{x-y \mid x \in X, y \in Y\}$ is also convex. Here are the steps I have gone so far: Let $p \in Z$ such that $p = x_1 - y_1$, and let $q \in Z$ such that $q = x_2 - y_2$. Assume that $r$ lays in the segment...
  44. C

    Show that the complement of a non-measurable set is also n.m

    Homework Statement Show that the complement of a non-measurable set is also non-measurable. The Attempt at a Solution Let A be a set that is non measurable. Let B be the complement of A. Let's assume for contradiction that B has a measure. Now from the axioms of measure theory they have...
  45. toforfiltum

    Finding functions that are a level set and a graph

    Homework Statement This problem concerns the surface determined by the graph of the equation ##x^2 + xy -xz = 2## a) Find a function ##F(x,y,z)## of three variables so that this surface may be considered to be a level set of F. b) Find a function ##f(x,y)## of two variables so that this...
  46. L

    I Why is the empty set a proper subset of every set?

    I know what a proper subset is, but I never understood why every set has the empty set as its subset? I mean, is the reasoning something primitive like this: if I have x objects, the number of unordered sets of elements I can make are 2^x, including the case where I throw out x objects and...
  47. M

    I How to calculate slope for data set

    Hi PF! I have some data (y-value data and x-value data) which I can plot to make a curve (see attachment, the top curve). However, when trying to compute the slope of this data I have an issue (see attachment, the bottom "curve"). The formula I am using for slope is ##(y_{i+1}-y_{i-1})/(2...
  48. M

    MHB Solve Set Problems on Books (Sweating): Get Ideas Now!

    (Sweating) Any Ideas on how to begin? An incomplete Venn diagram containing the information about 100 types of books displayed at bookstall is shown in the figure. (i) There were 70 translation book types and also there were 40 scientific translation book types that were not in English...
  49. lep11

    General topology: Prove a Set is Open

    Homework Statement Let A:={x∈ℝ2 : 1<x2+y2<2}. Is A open, closed or neither? Prove.Homework Equations triangle inequality d(x,y)≤d(x,z)+d(z,y) The Attempt at a Solution First I draw a picture with Wolfram Alpha. My intuition is that the set is open. Let (a,b)∈A arbitrarily and...
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