Is the Mandelbrot Set Lebesgue Measurable?

In summary, the Lebesgue measure of the Mandelbrot set is estimated to be 1.506 591 77 ± 0.000 000 08, and is conjectured to be exactly \sqrt{6\pi-1} - e. The set is not Lebesgue measurable, but it is possible that the question refers to the dimension of the set. It is also worth noting that while the measure may not be exact, it is known that the two large areas of the Mandelbrot set each have positive measures. Additionally, every closed set is Lebesgue measurable, and the Mandelbrot Set is closed. The source for the measure may not be entirely trustworthy, as stated in
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What is the Lebesgue measure of the Mandelbrot set?
 
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Is it known?
 
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The mandelbrot set is not "Lebesque measurable". Is is possible that you are referring to the dimension of the set?
 
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According to Wikipedia, the measure is estimated to be 1.506 591 77 ± 0.000 000 08, and it is conjectured to be exactly [tex]\sqrt{6\pi-1} - e[/tex]

edit: But after reading the source... I'm really not sure if I would trust that too well. However, the two large areas of the Mandelbrot set each definitely have positive measures
 
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How do you know that it's not Lebesgue measurable?
 
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HallsofIvy said:
The mandelbrot set is not "Lebesque measurable". Is is possible that you are referring to the dimension of the set?

<< insult deleted by Mentors >> every closed set is Lebesgue measurable.

The Mandelbrot Set is closed.

J
 
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Dragonfall said:
How do you know that it's not Lebesgue measurable?

I know this is a very old post, but read what I just posted in reply.

J
 

Related to Is the Mandelbrot Set Lebesgue Measurable?

1. What is the Measure of the Mandelbrot Set?

The Measure of the Mandelbrot Set is a mathematical concept that represents the size or extent of the Mandelbrot Set. It is a numerical value that reflects the complexity and intricacy of the set, and is used to compare and classify different fractal sets.

2. How is the Measure of the Mandelbrot Set calculated?

The Measure of the Mandelbrot Set is calculated using a mathematical formula called the Hausdorff-Besicovitch dimension. This formula takes into account the number of points in the Mandelbrot Set and the distribution of those points to determine the measure of the set.

3. Why is the Measure of the Mandelbrot Set important?

The Measure of the Mandelbrot Set is important because it provides insight into the complexity and beauty of the set. It also allows for comparison and classification of different fractal sets and helps in understanding their underlying mathematical properties.

4. Can the Measure of the Mandelbrot Set change?

Yes, the Measure of the Mandelbrot Set can change depending on the level of zoom and the precision of the calculations. As the zoom level increases, the measure of the set may also increase as more intricate details of the set are revealed.

5. How is the Measure of the Mandelbrot Set used in practical applications?

The Measure of the Mandelbrot Set has practical applications in fields such as computer graphics, image compression, and data compression. It is also used in the study of complex systems and chaos theory, and has been applied in fields such as economics, biology, and physics.

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