set theory

Non-Standard Models in Logic and Mathematics

A non-standard model adheres to a theory's axioms but possesses unintended properties. It's crucial for demonstrating a theory's consistency and…

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New Foundations

Quine's New Foundations is a set theory designed to bypass paradoxes of naive set theory. It uses a unique axiom…

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Natural Numbers

The set of positive integers, often denoted by N, typically including zero. Natural numbers form the foundation for counting, ordering,…

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n-ary Relation

An n-ary relation connects 'n' elements, generalizing binary relations. It's fundamental in mathematics and computer science for describing complex relationships…

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Monomorphism in Category Theory

A monomorphism is a left-cancellable morphism in category theory. If f ∘ g = f ∘ h, then g =…

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Model Theory

Model theory is a branch of mathematical logic exploring the connections between formal languages and their meanings in mathematical structures.…

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Mathematical Logic

Mathematical logic is the study of logic within mathematical reasoning. It explores the formal properties of logical systems, proving theorems,…

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Logicism: Reducing Mathematics to Logic

Logicism is the philosophical view that mathematics is a branch of logic. Proponents believe all mathematical truths can be derived…

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Logical Paradox

A logical paradox is a statement or set of statements that results in a contradiction or defies intuition. It often…

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Logic of Relations

A specialized field of logic focusing on the properties, composition, and inversion of relations, and their interplay with logical operators.…

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