Elementary Differential Topology
The winding number is an integer that represents the total number of times a closed curve wraps around a point in the plane. It captures the idea of how many times and in which direction a curve winds around a particular point, providing insights into properties of mappings between spaces. This concept is essential for understanding the degree of specific maps and has profound implications in topology and fixed point theory.
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