Knot Theory
A homeomorphism is a continuous function between two topological spaces that has a continuous inverse. This means that two spaces are considered homeomorphic if they can be transformed into each other without cutting or gluing, allowing for deformation while preserving properties like connectedness and compactness. In the context of planar isotopy and regular isotopy, understanding homeomorphism helps in identifying when two knots or surfaces can be considered equivalent under deformation.
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