Prove sinh(z) Identity: Show |sinh(z)|^2 = sin^2x + sinh^2y

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In summary, the conversation discusses the formula for $|sinh(z)|^2$ and how it can be simplified using the identities for cos(iy) and sin(iy). The original poster also mentions a typo in the formula.
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Show $ |sinh(z)|^2 = sin^2x + sinh^2y $
Since I posted this, I found new info - cos(iy) = cosh(y) and sin(iy) = i sinh(y) which made the above easy; don't want to bother anyone so will mark this solved.
 
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ognik said:
Show $ |sinh(z)|^2 = sin^2x + sinh^2y $
Since I posted this, I found new info - cos(iy) = cosh(y) and sin(iy) = i sinh(y) which made the above easy; don't want to bother anyone so will mark this solved.

Hey ognik,

Just for the record, it appears there is a typo in there.
It should be for instance
$$ |\sinh(z)|^2 = \sinh^2x + \sin^2y $$
otherwise it's not true. :eek:
 

FAQ: Prove sinh(z) Identity: Show |sinh(z)|^2 = sin^2x + sinh^2y

What is the identity that needs to be proved?

The identity that needs to be proved is |sinh(z)|^2 = sin^2x + sinh^2y.

What is the function sinh(z)?

sinh(z) is a hyperbolic function that is defined as (e^z - e^-z)/2.

What does the absolute value of sinh(z) represent?

The absolute value of sinh(z) represents the distance between the origin and the point (sinh(x), sinh(y)) in the complex plane.

How is the identity proved?

The identity can be proved by using the definitions of sinh(z) and the Pythagorean trigonometric identity, along with some algebraic manipulation.

Why is this identity important?

This identity is important because it helps in simplifying and solving complex mathematical problems involving hyperbolic functions, and it also has applications in physics and engineering.

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