Question about a definition in Rivasseau's book

In summary, the conversation discusses a problem understanding a definition in the book "From Perturbative to Constructive Renormalization". The definition relates to Graph Theory and is used in the proof of the uniform BPH theorem for $\phi_4^4$ in D=4. The definition of B_F(g) is given as the ancestor of g in FUG, which means adding all edges and vertices of the tree structure F to g. The person is unsure if their question belongs in this context, but believes it is related to renormalization.
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I have a problem understanding a definition at page 93 of 'from perturbative to constructive renormalization', that is related to Graph Theory, and he uses it on the proof of the uniform BPH theorem for [itex]\phi_4^4[/itex] ([itex]\lambda \phi^4[/itex] in [itex]D=4[/itex]).
You have a graph G, a forest of quadrupeds F, and g a subgraph of G compatible with the tree structure of F. [itex]B_F(g)[/itex] is defined as the ancestor of g in FUG. What means ancestor in this context?
Maybe this question doesn't belong here, I'm sorry if that's the case. I thought that it belonged here because it's related to renormalization.
 
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Ancestor in this context means the graph obtained from $g$ by adding all the edges and vertices of the tree structure F which are not already present in $g$.
 

Related to Question about a definition in Rivasseau's book

1. What is the definition of "renormalization" in Rivasseau's book?

In Rivasseau's book, "renormalization" is defined as the process of removing or adjusting divergences in a mathematical model by introducing new parameters or modifying existing ones.

2. How does Rivasseau define "perturbative expansion"?

Rivasseau defines "perturbative expansion" as a method for solving mathematical equations by breaking them down into smaller, simpler parts and then combining the solutions to get an overall solution.

3. What is the main difference between "renormalization" and "perturbative expansion" according to Rivasseau?

The main difference between "renormalization" and "perturbative expansion" according to Rivasseau is that "renormalization" is used to eliminate divergences in a mathematical model, while "perturbative expansion" is used to solve mathematical equations by breaking them down into simpler parts.

4. How does Rivasseau define "quantum field theory"?

Rivasseau defines "quantum field theory" as a theoretical framework that combines principles from quantum mechanics and special relativity to describe the behavior of subatomic particles and their interactions.

5. Can you provide an example of a "renormalization group equation" as described in Rivasseau's book?

One example of a "renormalization group equation" as described in Rivasseau's book is the Callan-Symanzik equation, which is used to study the behavior of quantum field theories under changes in scale. It relates the coupling constants of a theory at different energy scales and allows for the calculation of physical observables at different scales.

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