Can an invertible sheaf be isomorphic to the structure sheaf?

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In summary, an invertible sheaf is a coherent sheaf that is locally isomorphic to the structure sheaf, also known as a line bundle. It can be isomorphic to the structure sheaf under certain conditions, such as having a global section. This isomorphism is useful in various areas of mathematics, allowing for the study of geometric objects using tools from algebraic structures. It is a powerful tool for understanding and solving mathematical problems.
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Here is another chance to solve a sheaf problem!

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Let $(X,\mathscr{O})$ be a ringed space. Suppose $\mathscr{F}$ is an invertible sheaf over $\mathscr{O}$. That is, $\mathscr{F}$ is a rank one locally free module over $\mathscr{O}$. Prove that there is an isomorphism between the tensor sheaf $\mathscr{F}\otimes_\mathcal{O}\check{\mathscr{F}}$ and structure sheaf $\mathscr{O}$, where $\check{\mathscr{F}} = \operatorname{Hom}_X(\mathscr{F},\mathscr{O})$.

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Let $x\in X$. Then there is an isomorphism $(\mathscr{F}\otimes_{\mathscr{O}} \check{\mathscr{F}})_x \approx \mathscr{F}_x \otimes_{\mathscr{O}_x} \check{\mathscr{F}}_x$. Since $\mathscr{F}$ is invertible over $\mathscr{O}$, $\mathscr{F}_x \approx \mathscr{O}_x$. Hence $\check{\mathscr{F}}_x \approx \operatorname{Hom}_{\mathscr{O}_x}(\mathscr{F}_x,\mathscr{O}_x) \approx \operatorname{Hom}_{\mathscr{O}_x}(\mathscr{O}_x,\mathscr{O}_x) \approx \mathscr{O}_x$, and so $\mathscr{F}_x \otimes_{\mathscr{O}_x} \check{\mathscr{F}}_x \approx \mathscr{O}_x \otimes_{\mathscr{O}_x} \mathscr{O}_x \approx \mathscr{O}_x$. Therefore, $(\mathscr{F} \otimes_\mathscr{O}\check{\mathscr{F}})_x \approx \mathscr{O}_x$. Since $x$ was arbitrary, the tensor sheaf $\mathscr{F}\otimes_{\mathscr{O}} \check{\mathscr{F}}$ is isomorphic to $\mathscr{O}$.
 

FAQ: Can an invertible sheaf be isomorphic to the structure sheaf?

1. Can an invertible sheaf be isomorphic to the structure sheaf?

Yes, an invertible sheaf can be isomorphic to the structure sheaf under certain conditions.

2. What is an invertible sheaf?

An invertible sheaf is a coherent sheaf that is locally isomorphic to the structure sheaf. It is also known as a line bundle.

3. What is a structure sheaf?

A structure sheaf is a sheaf of rings that encodes the local ring structure of a topological space. It assigns to each open set a ring of functions that are defined on that set.

4. What are the conditions for an invertible sheaf to be isomorphic to the structure sheaf?

An invertible sheaf is isomorphic to the structure sheaf if and only if it is a line bundle that has a global section.

5. How is the isomorphism between an invertible sheaf and the structure sheaf useful in mathematics?

The isomorphism between an invertible sheaf and the structure sheaf is useful in various areas of mathematics, including algebraic geometry, complex analysis, and differential geometry. It allows for the study of geometric objects using tools from algebraic structures, making it a powerful tool for understanding and solving mathematical problems.

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