Mathematics is a uniquely beautiful field to me. The commutative property has always struck me as special in its own way. 2 x 3 = 3 x 2 feels so obvious, but multiplication is really just addition, and 2 + 2 + 2 = 3 + 3 is far less intuitive, yet states the very same claim.
Most fascinating to me is that many theories are effectively 1-way functions. Entire branches of mathematics have been developed to prove otherwise trivially stated claims. It is something to marvel at, if from a safe distance.
Most fascinating to me is that many theories are effectively 1-way functions. Entire branches of mathematics have been developed to prove otherwise trivially stated claims. It is something to marvel at, if from a safe distance.