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In graph theory, what are the mathematical abstractions called?
How are the edges in a graph typically depicted?
What does it mean if a graph is undirected?
What is the significance of a directed edge in a graph?
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Why was the word 'graph' first used in the context of graph theory?
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What are vertices in a graph also known as?
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What is a graph in the context of graph theory?
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How are edges used in a graph?
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Who introduced the concept of graph theory?
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Where can the application of linear graphs be used besides discrete mathematics?
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Study Notes
Graph Theory Basics
- In graph theory, mathematical abstractions are called graphs.
Graph Representation
- Edges in a graph are typically depicted as lines or arcs between vertices.
Undirected Graphs
- An undirected graph is a graph where the edges do not have direction, i.e., they do not have an arrowhead.
Directed Graphs
- A directed edge in a graph represents a one-way relationship between vertices, indicated by an arrowhead.
- The significance of a directed edge is that it implies a direction of flow or influence from one vertex to another.
Origins of Graph Theory
- The word 'graph' was first used in the context of graph theory by James Joseph Sylvester in 1878.
Vertices
- Vertices in a graph are also known as nodes or points.
Graph Definition
- A graph in the context of graph theory is a non-linear data structure consisting of vertices connected by edges.
Edge Functionality
- Edges are used in a graph to represent relationships between vertices, such as connections, interactions, or flows.
Graph Theory History
- The concept of graph theory was introduced by Leonhard Euler in the 18th century.
Applications of Linear Graphs
- Besides discrete mathematics, the application of linear graphs can be used in fields such as computer science, physics, biology, and social network analysis.
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Test your knowledge of graph theory with this quiz covering the basic concepts of vertices, edges, and the diagrammatic representation of graphs.
