Complex Logarithm: question seems simple, must be missing something

This is a way to obtain H(z) by using the Cauchy integral formula.In summary, the conversation discusses a question about showing the existence of an analytic function H(z) given an analytic function h(z) with no zeros. The question also brings up the possibility of using the logarithm of h(z) on the principal branch, but there may be reasons why this may not work. The suggestion of using the integral of h'/h to obtain H(z) is also mentioned.
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Hi all, I'm having some trouble seeing why this question isn't trivial, maybe someone can help explain what I actually need to show - shouldn't take you long! :)

Suppose h:[itex]\mathbb{C} \to \mathbb{C}-\{0\}[/itex] is analytic with no zeros. Show there is an analytic function H:[itex]\mathbb{C} \to \mathbb{C}[/itex] such that h(z)=exp(H(z)) for all z.

Now surely H(z) is just log(h(z)), defined on (say) the principal branch? Is there some reason why the principal branch won't necessarily work, perhaps? The logarithm should be analytic on a domain with no zeros in too, right? In which case the composition with h will be analytic too. I must be missing something!

Thanks very much in advance :)
 
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You could consider the integral of h'/h.
 

FAQ: Complex Logarithm: question seems simple, must be missing something

What is a complex logarithm?

A complex logarithm is a mathematical function that calculates the logarithm of a complex number. It is defined as the inverse of the exponential function and is commonly used in complex analysis and other fields of mathematics.

How is a complex logarithm different from a regular logarithm?

A regular logarithm is defined for positive real numbers, while a complex logarithm is defined for complex numbers. A complex logarithm also has multiple values due to the periodic nature of complex numbers, while a regular logarithm only has one unique value.

What is the principal value of a complex logarithm?

The principal value of a complex logarithm is the unique value that is chosen from the multiple values of the logarithm. It is usually defined as the value with an imaginary part between -π and π, and is commonly used in calculations involving complex logarithms.

What are the properties of complex logarithms?

Some key properties of complex logarithms include: the logarithm of a product is equal to the sum of the logarithms of each factor, the logarithm of a quotient is equal to the difference of the logarithms of each term, and the logarithm of a power is equal to the product of the power and the logarithm of the base. Additionally, complex logarithms also follow the usual rules of logarithms such as the change of base formula.

What are some applications of complex logarithms?

Complex logarithms have various applications in mathematics, physics, and engineering. They are commonly used in solving differential equations, calculating complex integrals, and analyzing signals and systems. They are also used in fields such as quantum mechanics, signal processing, and circuit analysis.

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