Abstract Algebra
A collection of papers exploring core areas of abstract algebra, including linear algebra, group theory, ring theory, field theory, and related structures. Each piece reflects independent inquiry, aiming to clarify deep theoretical concepts through intuitive insights, original problems, and connections to broader mathematical ideas. This section serves both as a record of personal mathematical exploration and a resource for fellow learners seeking conceptual depth beyond standard texts.
Papers
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Linear Algebra
Introduction
This note initiates a systematic study of linear algebra through the lens of geometric intuition. Beginning with vectors as directed line segments in Euclidean space, we progressively abstract their algebraic structure to arrive at the axiomatic definition of vector spaces over a field. Emphasis is placed on the interplay between geometry and algebra, illuminating how operations such as vector addition and scalar multiplication satisfy linearity and closure, and how these structures generalize beyond ℝⁿ. This foundational exposition prepares the ground for formal discussions on subspaces, linear independence, bases, and dimension.
Vector Spaces and Subspaces
In this note, we formally introduce the concept of vector spaces as algebraic structures over a field, defined by a precise set of axioms governing addition and scalar multiplication. We develop the general theory independent of any ambient geometry, focusing on abstract vector spaces such as function spaces, polynomial spaces, and ℝⁿ. The notion of a subspace is introduced as a subset closed under linear operations, with rigorous conditions and illustrative examples. The discussion emphasizes structure-preserving properties and prepares the stage for the study of linear combinations, span, and linear independence in subsequent notes.
Linear Combinations and Systems of Linear Equations
This note develops the concept of linear combinations as the foundational mechanism for generating subspaces and understanding the internal structure of vector spaces. We define linear combinations in the context of arbitrary vector spaces and examine their role in constructing the span of a set. This leads naturally to the formulation of systems of linear equations, which we interpret both algebraically and geometrically.
Group Theory
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Ring and Module Theory
This note introduces the foundational concepts of ring theory, a central topic in abstract algebra. Starting from the definition of rings and their basic properties, we explore integral domains, zero divisors, subrings, and ring homomorphisms with clarity and precision. Emphasis is placed on structural intuition, rigorous definitions, and illustrative examples, preparing the reader for deeper studies in algebraic systems like fields, modules, and polynomial rings. Suitable for early undergraduate students, this serves as a gateway into modern algebraic thinking.
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Field and Galois Theory
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Commutative Algebra
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