Why You Can't Solve Quintic Equations - Galois Theory Approach
Offered By: Mathemaniac via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the fascinating world of Galois theory in this 45-minute video that delves into the famous Abel-Ruffini theorem, explaining why quintic equations are not solvable. Learn about Galois groups, cyclotomic and Kummer extensions, and tower of extensions as you uncover the mathematical reasoning behind this groundbreaking concept. Follow along with the step-by-step explanation, from the initial setup to the final intuitive stretch, and gain a deeper understanding of the core principles behind the unsolvability of quintic equations. Suitable for math enthusiasts of all levels, this video simplifies complex algebraic concepts while maintaining the essence of the theory, making it accessible to a wide audience.
Syllabus
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Introduction.
Chapter 1: The setup.
Chapter 2: Galois group.
Chapter 3: Cyclotomic and Kummer extensions.
Chapter 4: Tower of extensions.
Chapter 5: Back to solving equations.
Chapter 6: The final stretch (intuition).
Chapter 7: What have we done?.
Taught by
Mathemaniac
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