Division polynomials are a sequence of polynomials associated with an elliptic curve that help in determining the multiples of points on the curve. These polynomials play a crucial role in analyzing the structure of the group of points on the elliptic curve, particularly when studying periodic points and their dynamics under iteration. Each division polynomial corresponds to a specific integer multiple of a point, allowing for easier calculations in both algebraic geometry and number theory.
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