hermitian

[hɜːˈmɪʃən]

hermitian Definition

(of a matrix or operator) equal to its own conjugate transpose..

Using hermitian: Examples

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  • Example

    The Hermitian matrix is an important concept in linear algebra.

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    A Hermitian operator is self-adjoint.

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    The eigenvalues of a Hermitian matrix are real.

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Summary: hermitian in Brief

The term 'hermitian' [hɜːˈmɪʃən] refers to a matrix or operator that is equal to its own conjugate transpose. It is an important concept in linear algebra and is used to describe self-adjoint operators and the real eigenvalues of matrices.