K-theory

English

noun
Definitions
  • (math) The study of a ring generated by vector bundles over a topological space or scheme, with certain applications in string theory.

Etymology

Derived from German Klasse (class, form).

Origin

German (Berlin)

Klasse

Gloss

class, form

Kanji

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