Definition:K-Theory
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Definition
K-theory is a method designed to enable a loose classification of vector bundles in algebraic geometry.
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Also see
- Results about K-theory can be found here.
Historical Note
K-theory was introduced by Alexander Grothendieck in $1956$.
The method has been successfully adapted to enable the study of a wide range of objects in algebra and geometry.
Hence, using this technique, a number of difficult problems have been solved.
Linguistic Note
The K in K-Theory takes its name from Klasse, the German for class
Sources
- 1998: David Nelson: The Penguin Dictionary of Mathematics (2nd ed.) ... (previous) ... (next): K-theory
- 2008: David Nelson: The Penguin Dictionary of Mathematics (4th ed.) ... (previous) ... (next): K-theory