What is an Example of a Closed Set with an Empty Interior in Euclidean Space?

In summary, subsets of euclidean space are smaller collections of points that satisfy the properties of euclidean space, such as having a fixed number of dimensions and following the rules of euclidean geometry. They are different from euclidean space in that they may have additional restrictions or conditions. Some common examples include lines, planes, circles, and spheres, and they are useful in fields such as physics, engineering, and computer science. However, they have limitations in their ability to model systems that do not adhere to euclidean geometry and can become increasingly complex as the number of dimensions increases.
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Give an example of a closed set S in R^2 such that the closure of the interior of S does not equal to S (in set notation).

I have no idea where to start...any help would be nice!

Thanks!
 
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A good start would be the definitions of "closure" and "interior" of a set. Do you know, for example, of any sets that have empty interior?
 
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the set S = {(x,y):x and y are rational numbers in [0,1]} has an empty interior
 

FAQ: What is an Example of a Closed Set with an Empty Interior in Euclidean Space?

What are subsets of euclidean space?

Subsets of euclidean space are a collection of points that satisfy the properties of euclidean space. These properties include having a fixed number of dimensions (usually three) and following the rules of euclidean geometry, such as the Pythagorean theorem.

How are subsets of euclidean space different from euclidean space?

While euclidean space contains all possible points that satisfy the properties of euclidean geometry, subsets of euclidean space are smaller collections of these points that may have additional restrictions or conditions. For example, a subset of euclidean space may only include points that lie on a specific line or plane.

What are some examples of subsets of euclidean space?

Some common examples of subsets of euclidean space include lines, planes, circles, and spheres. These subsets are often used in geometry and physics to model real-world objects and phenomena.

How are subsets of euclidean space useful in real-world applications?

Subsets of euclidean space are useful in many fields, including physics, engineering, and computer science. They allow us to model and analyze complex systems and phenomena in a more manageable way by breaking them down into smaller, more manageable subsets.

Are there any limitations to subsets of euclidean space?

While subsets of euclidean space are a powerful tool, they do have some limitations. For example, they can only be used to model systems that follow the rules of euclidean geometry, which may not always be the case in the real world. Additionally, subsets of euclidean space can become increasingly complex as the number of dimensions increases, making them more difficult to visualize and work with.

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