Question Bank MSQ • 2 Marks Section 1: Mathematical Physics Mathematical Physics - Module 4

QB_PH_018: Mathematical Physics - Module 4

Question Statement

Which of the following statements is/are true for any finite-dimensional Hermitian matrix $H$?
(A) All eigenvalues of $H$ are real numbers
(B) Eigenvectors corresponding to distinct eigenvalues of $H$ are orthogonal
(C) The trace of $H$ is always strictly positive
(D) The determinant of $H$ is a real number
Correct Answer
A, B, D
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### Solution: Hermitian matrices have real eigenvalues and orthogonal eigenvectors. Trace can be zero or negative.
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