Cayley’s Theorem

Synopsis: Models and computer animations are used to explore permutations arising from symmetries of the double tetrahedron. For example, each symmetry permutes the five vertices. At the same time, it permutes the six faces; also the nine edges. So, in the symmetry group of this object, permutations arise naturally. The programme goes on to prove Cayley’s theorem: that every finite group is isomorphic to a permutation group.
Series: Introduction to Pure Mathematics, Course M203
Language: English
Country: Great Britain
Medium: Video; Videocassette. Standard formats. col. 24 min.
Year of production: 1989
Availability: Sale; 1999 sale: £145.00 (+VAT +p&p)
Subjects: Mathematics
Keywords: algebra; Cayley’s theorem; group theory; pure mathematics; symmetry groups

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