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failexam said:I see! But i still don't get the step after that. Any hints?
A Taylor expansion is a mathematical technique used in physics to approximate a function using a series of terms. It is based on the idea that any smooth function can be represented as an infinite sum of simpler functions, called Taylor series.
Taylor expansion is important in physics because it allows us to approximate complex functions and make predictions about their behavior without having to solve them exactly. This is especially useful in situations where the exact solution is difficult or impossible to obtain.
Taylor expansion is used in physics to approximate functions in various areas such as mechanics, electromagnetics, and thermodynamics. It can be used to calculate derivatives, integrals, and other mathematical operations, making it a versatile tool in solving problems in physics.
A Taylor series is a representation of a function using a sum of terms centered around a specific point, while a Maclaurin series is a special case of a Taylor series where the function is centered around 0. In other words, a Maclaurin series is a simplified version of a Taylor series.
No, Taylor expansion can only be used for functions that are infinitely differentiable, meaning they have derivatives of all orders. Some functions, like step functions or functions with discontinuities, cannot be represented by Taylor series.