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Degree

Bachelor of Science (BS), Ohio University Honors Tutorial College, Mathematics, 2012.

Abstract

I present a comprehensive, introductory look at topology, exploring the basic ideas and concepts upon which topology is based. From this basis I explore the Platonic solids, defining the ways in which they model and represent the sphere, allowing me to provide a topological explanation as to why they are the only 5 regular polyhedra.

Subject Headings

Mathematics

Keywords

topology; platonic solids; regular polyhedra

Advisor

Dr. Todd Eisworth (Advisor)

Pages

59p.

Document number: ouhonors1338993148
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