Prove that Sym(F) is a subgroup of O2(R)

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In summary, the problem states that a non-empty, bounded subset F of R^2 is given and the goal is to prove that after choosing appropriate coordinates, Sym(F) is a subgroup of O_2(R). The given hints suggest proving the existence of an element a in R^2 such that for all φ in Sym(F), φ(a) = a, and using that a as the origin. It is also suggested to show that the mapping L: Sym(F) --> O_2(R) is injective, that all non-trivial φ in Sym(F)^+ have a unique fixed point a_φ, and that Sym(F)^+ is commutative. The problem is considered to be challenging and it is mentioned that
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[itex]\textbf{26.}[/itex] Let [itex] F \subset \textbf{R$^2$}[/itex] be a non-empty subset of [itex] \textbf{R$^2$}[/itex] that is bounded. Prove that after chosing appropriate coordinates [itex] Sym(F) [/itex] is a subgroup of [itex]
O_2(\textbf{R}).[/itex]

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Prove there is an a[itex] \in \textbf{R$^2$}[/itex] so that for all φ in [itex]Sym(F)[/itex], φ(a)=a, and use that a as the origin.
Show that the mapping L: [itex]Sym(F)[/itex]--> [itex] O_2(\textbf{R})[/itex] is injective, that all non trivial φ in [itex]Sym(F)^+[/itex] have a unique fixed point [itex] a_φ [/itex], and that [itex]Sym(F)^+[/itex] is commutative.

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I have recently started Abstract Algebra and this problem is supposably very difficult to prove. I know that since it is a bounded set there can't be a translational-symmetry like there could be for an infinite line. I'm not sure yet how to prove that, and if it is needed to prove the problem. Any help would be very welcome.
 
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Could someone please help me on my way? It is a homework assignment for tomorrow : D.
 

FAQ: Prove that Sym(F) is a subgroup of O2(R)

What is Sym(F) and O2(R)?

Sym(F) refers to the symmetry group of a figure F, which is the set of all transformations that preserve the shape and size of F. O2(R) refers to the orthogonal group of 2x2 matrices over the real numbers, which is the set of all 2x2 matrices that preserve distances and angles.

How do you prove that Sym(F) is a subgroup of O2(R)?

To prove that Sym(F) is a subgroup of O2(R), we must show that it satisfies the three conditions of a subgroup: closure, identity, and inverse. This means that for any two transformations in Sym(F), their composition must also be in Sym(F), the identity transformation must be in Sym(F), and for every transformation in Sym(F), its inverse must also be in Sym(F).

What are some examples of transformations in Sym(F) and O2(R)?

Examples of transformations in Sym(F) include rotations, reflections, and translations. Examples of transformations in O2(R) include rotations, reflections, and dilations.

Why is it important to prove that Sym(F) is a subgroup of O2(R)?

Proving that Sym(F) is a subgroup of O2(R) shows that the set of transformations that preserve a figure's shape and size is a proper subset of the set of transformations that preserve distances and angles. This is important in understanding the relationship between symmetry and geometric properties.

Is every symmetry group a subgroup of the orthogonal group?

No, not every symmetry group is a subgroup of the orthogonal group. For example, the symmetry group of a cube is not a subgroup of the orthogonal group because it includes rotations in three-dimensional space, while the orthogonal group only includes rotations in two-dimensional space.

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