Is the empty set disjoint with itself?

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In summary, the empty set, also known as the null set, is a set with no elements and is denoted by the symbol ∅ or {}. Two sets are said to be disjoint if they have no common elements, meaning their intersection is the empty set. The empty set is disjoint with itself since it has no elements to have in common. Understanding this concept is important in various mathematical and scientific fields. The empty set can also be disjoint with another set and can also be a subset of that set.
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My apologies if the following is a stupid question. But is the empty set disjoint with itself? Certain aspects of set theory has always been counter-intuitive for me.

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Yes, it is certainly true that [tex]\oslash\cap\oslash=\oslash[/tex].
 
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If A and B are not disjoint, it means there is some element belonging to both of them. Anyone who claims the empty set is not disjoint from itself must provide us with an element belonging to the empty set!
 

1. What is the empty set?

The empty set, also known as the null set, is a set with no elements. It is denoted by the symbol ∅ or {}.

2. What does it mean for a set to be disjoint?

Two sets are said to be disjoint if they have no common elements. In other words, their intersection is the empty set.

3. Is the empty set disjoint with itself?

Yes, the empty set is disjoint with itself. Since the empty set has no elements, it cannot have any common elements with itself, making its intersection with itself the empty set.

4. Why is it important to know if the empty set is disjoint with itself?

Understanding the concept of disjoint sets is important in various mathematical and scientific fields, such as set theory, probability, and data analysis. Knowing that the empty set is disjoint with itself helps in solving problems and making accurate conclusions.

5. Can the empty set be disjoint with another set?

Yes, the empty set can be disjoint with another set. This means that the two sets have no common elements and their intersection is the empty set. However, the empty set is also a subset of every set, so it can be a subset of the other set in this case.

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