The stable homotopy category is a framework in algebraic topology that captures the idea of stable phenomena by identifying spaces and spectra up to stable equivalence. It serves as a fundamental setting for studying stable homotopy theory, where one focuses on properties that remain invariant under suspension, allowing for a more manageable analysis of complex topological structures. This category is crucial in linking various mathematical concepts such as K-theory and cohomology theories.
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