An Interactive Introduction to Knot Theory

Henrich, Allison K./ Johnson, Inga

ISBN 10: 0486804631 / ISBN 13: 9780486804637

Editore: Dover Pubns, 2017

190 pages. 8.75x5.75x0.50 inches. In Stock. Codice articolo 0486804631

Riassunto:

This well-written and engaging volume, intended for undergraduates, introduces knot theory, an area of growing interest in contemporary mathematics. The hands-on approach features many exercises to be completed by readers. Prerequisites are only a basic familiarity with linear algebra and a willingness to explore the subject in a hands-on manner.
The opening chapter offers activities that explore the world of knots and links — including games with knots — and invites the reader to generate their own questions in knot theory. Subsequent chapters guide the reader to discover the formal definition of a knot, families of knots and links, and various knot notations. Additional topics include combinatorial knot invariants, knot polynomials, unknotting operations, and virtual knots.

Informazioni sull'autore:

Allison Henrich is Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Mathematics at Seattle University.
Inga Johnson is Professor of Mathematics at Willamette University.

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Titolo: An Interactive Introduction to Knot Theory
Casa editrice: Dover Pubns
Data di pubblicazione: 2017
Legatura: Paperback
Condizione: Brand New