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Gamma Function and Its Functional Equations.

Authors :
Goenka, Ritesh
Srinivasan, Gopala Krishna
Source :
Resonance: Journal of Science Education; Mar2021, Vol. 26 Issue 3, p367-386, 20p
Publication Year :
2021

Abstract

In this article, we look at some of the less explored aspects of the gamma function. We provide a new proof of Euler's reflection formula and discuss its significance in the theory of special functions. We also discuss the solution of Landau to a problem posed by Legendre, concerning the determination of values of the gamma function using functional identities. In 1848, Oscar Schlömilch gave an interesting additive analogue of the duplication formula. We prove a generalized version of this formula using the theory of hypergeometric functions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
09718044
Volume :
26
Issue :
3
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Resonance: Journal of Science Education
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
149371362
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/s12045-021-1136-x