The Classical Fields: Structural Features of the Real and Rational Numbers

by H. Salzmann, H H Hl, H. Hahl, et al.

The classical fields are the real, rational, complex and p-adic numbers. Each of these fields comprises several intimately interwoven algebraical and topological structures. This comprehensive volume analyzes the interaction and interdependencies of these different aspects. The real and rational numbers are examined additionally with respect to their orderings, and these fields are compared to their non-standard counterparts. Typical substructures...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521865166
• ISBN13: 9780521865166
• Release Date: September 2007
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 418 Pages
• Weight: 1.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.6" x 9.4"