RP1 & Complex Half Plane: How Does It Fit?

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In summary, when extending the projective line RP1 to the complex half plane, RP1 serves as the line at infinity for the half plane. This is because the real line corresponds to the x-axis in the complex plane and adding one point at infinity results in the projective complex line. However, the question remains about how RP1 fits into the picture of the complex half plane after this extension.
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When you extend the projective line RP1 to the complex half plane, with RP1 as the boundary at infinity, is RP1 the line at infinity for the half plane that we technically cannot "see"? I'm confused about how RP1 fits into the picture of the complex half plane when you make this extension.

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huh? i guess i know what you mean. the real line is the x-axis in the complex plane. then the projective complex line is obtained by adding one point at infinity.

if we consider only the real axis plus that one extra point we do get the real projective ,line.

but what's your question?
 

FAQ: RP1 & Complex Half Plane: How Does It Fit?

What is RP1?

RP1, or the Riemann sphere, is a one-dimensional complex manifold that represents the extended complex plane. It is obtained by adding a point at infinity to the complex plane, allowing for the representation of all complex numbers, including infinity, on a finite surface.

What is the complex half plane?

The complex half plane is a subset of the complex plane that contains all complex numbers with a positive imaginary part. It is commonly represented as the region above the x-axis on the complex plane.

How do RP1 and the complex half plane fit together?

RP1 and the complex half plane can be visualized as overlapping surfaces, with RP1 surrounding and containing the complex half plane. The point at infinity on RP1 corresponds to the boundary of the complex half plane, allowing for a smooth transition between the two.

What applications use RP1 and the complex half plane?

RP1 and the complex half plane have numerous applications in mathematics and physics, particularly in the fields of complex analysis and geometry. They are also used in engineering and computer science, particularly in the study of signal processing and control systems.

How does understanding RP1 and the complex half plane benefit scientific research?

Understanding RP1 and the complex half plane can provide valuable insights and tools for solving complex problems in various scientific fields. It allows for a deeper understanding of complex numbers, functions, and geometries, and can aid in the visualization and analysis of complex systems and phenomena.

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