Zariski's Theorem states that every non-empty Zariski-closed subset of an affine space is the zero set of some polynomial, and it establishes a fundamental connection between algebraic sets and ideals in a polynomial ring. This theorem forms a cornerstone of algebraic geometry by demonstrating how geometric objects can be described using algebraic equations. It highlights the role of rings and ideals in determining the properties of algebraic varieties.
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