PIMS/WMAX Postdoctoral Colloquium: Pierre Guillot (PIMS-UBC)
- Date: 11/25/2010
Lecturer(s):
Pierre Guillot (PIMS-UBC)
Location:
University of British Columbia
Topic:
The simplest proof of the quadratic reciprocity law
Description:
The quadratic reciprocity law (dating back to Gauss) cute result of algebra letting you decide almost instantly whether a given integer is a square modulo a prime. This theorem is famous for having about 100 different proofs, and counting. I'll explain what it really says and give one proof which is particularly elementary.
Schedule:
2:00pm-3:00pm, WMAX 110
Tea & cookies afterwards!
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