Obtain the Fermi function by comparing with the Bose-Einstein function

In summary, the conversation discusses two functions, the Bose-Einstein function and the Fermi function, and their respective integrals. It also mentions the series version of the Bose-Einstein function and how the definitions of the two functions can be used to find a similar series expansion for the Fermi function. A hint is provided to use the sign of the denominator as a multiplicative factor to solve for the series expansion of f.
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Dixanadu
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Homework Statement


Hey guys,

So here's what we have:

Bose-Einstein function
[itex]g_{v}(z)=\frac{1}{\Gamma(z)}\int_{0}^{\infty}\frac{x^{v-1}dx}{z^{-1}e^{x}-1}[/itex]

Fermi function
[itex]f_{v}(z)=\frac{1}{\Gamma(z)}\int_{0}^{\infty}\frac{x^{v-1}dx}{z^{-1}e^{x}+1}[/itex]

And we have the series version of the Bose-Einstein function:

[itex]g_{v}(z)=\sum_{n=1}^{\infty}\frac{z^{n}}{n^v}[/itex]

So by comparing the definitions of f and g, i have to find a similar series expansion for f.

Homework Equations



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The Attempt at a Solution



No idea where to start..i need a hint!
 
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Hint: Note that the integrals for f and g are quite similar, with the only difference being the sign of the denominator. If you consider the sign of the denominator as a multiplicative factor, then you can use the same approach to solve for the series expansion of f as well.
 

FAQ: Obtain the Fermi function by comparing with the Bose-Einstein function

What is the Fermi function?

The Fermi function, also known as the Fermi-Dirac distribution, is a mathematical function used to describe the distribution of particles in a quantum system at thermal equilibrium.

What is the Bose-Einstein function?

The Bose-Einstein function, also known as the Bose-Einstein distribution, is a mathematical function used to describe the distribution of bosons (particles with integer spin) in a quantum system at thermal equilibrium.

How are the Fermi and Bose-Einstein functions related?

The Fermi and Bose-Einstein functions are related through their mathematical forms, but they describe the distribution of different types of particles (fermions and bosons) in a quantum system at thermal equilibrium. The Bose-Einstein function is used for bosons while the Fermi function is used for fermions.

How can the Fermi function be obtained by comparing with the Bose-Einstein function?

The Fermi function can be obtained by taking the limit of the Bose-Einstein function as the energy of the particles approaches infinity. This is because at high energies, fermions behave more like bosons and the Fermi function approaches the Bose-Einstein function.

What are the applications of the Fermi and Bose-Einstein functions?

The Fermi and Bose-Einstein functions are used in many areas of physics, including quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics, and condensed matter physics. They are essential for understanding the behavior of particles at thermal equilibrium and have applications in fields such as material science, particle physics, and cosmology.

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