Find:2 Non-isomorphic groups of order n squared. help?

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The discussion revolves around identifying two non-isomorphic groups of order n squared, specifically exploring examples such as Z_n x Z_n and Z_(n^2).

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  • Participants discuss the definition of non-isomorphic groups and provide examples, questioning the relationships between different group structures and their properties.

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There is an active exploration of examples of non-isomorphic groups, with some participants suggesting specific groups and discussing their characteristics. The conversation reflects a mix of conjecture and confirmation regarding the properties of the groups mentioned.

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Participants are considering groups of order n squared, with a focus on the implications of cyclic versus non-cyclic structures in their examples.

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Find:2 Non-isomorphic groups of order n squared

i think that Zn X Zn is one.

Can you help me find another.


Thanks
 
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Isomorphic to what?
 
nonisomorphic means not isomorphic to each other, doesn't it? like the klein 4-group & Z_4 both have order 2^2 but are nonisomorphic

since K_4 = Z_2 x Z_2 i conjecture off the cuff that the 2 nonisomorphic groups with order n^2 would be Z_n x Z_n and Z_(n^2)
 
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If you mean non-isomorphic to each other, then you can take Z_(n^2) and Z_n x Z_n, for example (under addition).

In response to the above post: Indeed, those work, since Z_(n^2) is cyclic but Z_n x Z_n is not (you can see this alternatively in terms of vector spaces: dim(Z_(n^2)) = 1 but dim(Z_n x Z_n) = 2)
 
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