Why Does exp(-z^2) Approach Zero in Certain Sectors?

In summary, the statement in Hinch's book states that in order for exp(-z^2) to approach 0 as z approaches infinity, z must be kept in the sector where |arg z| < pi/4. This is due to the behavior of the exponential function in different sectors of the complex plane, where it is dependent on the magnitude of Re(e^{2i\theta}) from polar coordinates.
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Homework Statement



Reading Hinch's book, there is a statement as follows:

... z need to be kept in the sector where exp(-z^2) ->0 as z -> infinity. Thus it's applicable to the sector |arg z|<pi/4...

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Why is this true and what is the limiting behavior of exp(x) for x in different sectors of the complex plane?

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Let z=x+iy. Suppose you take the limit along the line x=0. What happens?
 
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vela said:
Let z=x+iy. Suppose you take the limit along the line x=0. What happens?

I get it now, use polar coordinate then it's [itex]z=\rho e ^{i\theta} \Rightarrow e^{-z^2}=e^{-\rho^2e^{2i\theta}}[/itex], the magnitude is really dependent on [itex]Re(e^{2i\theta})=\cos 2\theta>0[/itex], and that's where the [itex]|arg(z)|<\pi/4[/itex] from
 
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FAQ: Why Does exp(-z^2) Approach Zero in Certain Sectors?

What is a complex exponential function?

A complex exponential function is a mathematical function of the form f(x) = ex, where the base e is a mathematical constant approximately equal to 2.718, and x is a complex number.

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