Introduction to Set theory: Difference between revisions

Created page with "= Introduction to Set Theory = Set theory is a fundamental topic in mathematics that deals with the study of '''sets''', which are collections of '''distinct''' and '''well-defined objects'''. It is the foundation for many advanced topics in mathematics and logic. == What is a Set? == A '''set''' is a collection of objects, called '''elements''' or '''members''', that are grouped together because they share a common property. * Example: A set of vowels in the English..."
 
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== Types of Sets ==
== Types of Sets ==


* '''Finite Set''' – Contains a countable number of elements.
* [[Finite Set]] – Contains a countable number of elements.
   * Example: <math>\{2, 4, 6, 8\}</math>
   * Example: <math>\{2, 4, 6, 8\}</math>
* '''Infinite Set''' – Has uncountably many elements.
* [[Infinite Set]] – Has uncountably many elements.
   * Example: <math>\{1, 2, 3, 4, \ldots\}</math>
   * Example: <math>\{1, 2, 3, 4, \ldots\}</math>
* '''Empty Set''' ('''Null Set''') – A set with no elements.
* '''Empty Set''' ('''Null Set''') – A set with no elements.