Fields

Definition

Fields are mathematical structures that satisfy certain properties, allowing for addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. They are sets with two operations (addition and multiplication) that follow specific rules.

Related terms

Ring: A ring is similar to a field but does not necessarily have multiplicative inverses for all elements.

Vector Space: A vector space is an example of a field where the operations of addition and scalar multiplication are defined.

Field Extension: A field extension is created by adding new elements to an existing field while preserving its original structure.