Algebraic Geometry
Singularities are points on an algebraic surface where the surface fails to be well-behaved, meaning that it does not have a well-defined tangent or is not locally a smooth manifold. They play a crucial role in the classification of algebraic surfaces because they can impact the geometric properties and the overall structure of the surface. Understanding singularities helps in determining the type of surface and its geometric invariants.
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