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The discussion revolves around the properties of the Universal enveloping algebra of finite-dimensional Lie algebras, specifically focusing on its Noetherian nature and dimensionality. Participants seek clarification on the proof of its Noetherian status and the implications of the Poincaré-Birkhoff-Witt theorem.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants inquire about the proof that the Universal enveloping algebra of a finite-dimensional Lie algebra is Noetherian.
  • One participant suggests that a module that is also a vector space is Noetherian if it is finite-dimensional, implying that the Universal enveloping algebra must also be finite-dimensional.
  • Another participant expresses confusion about the dimensionality of the Universal enveloping algebra, stating a belief that it is typically infinite-dimensional despite the finite-dimensionality of the Lie algebra.
  • It is noted that the Universal enveloping algebra is a module and a vector space, and the distinction between these terms is discussed in relation to the definitions of Noetherian properties.
  • Participants reference the Poincaré-Birkhoff-Witt theorem as a critical element in establishing the finite-dimensionality of the Universal enveloping algebra.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the dimensionality of the Universal enveloping algebra, with some asserting it is finite-dimensional while others believe it to be infinite-dimensional. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the proof of its Noetherian status.

Contextual Notes

There are unresolved assumptions regarding the definitions of Noetherian modules and the implications of the Poincaré-Birkhoff-Witt theorem on the dimensionality of the Universal enveloping algebra.

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Please, I have a question about this:​

The Universal enveloping algebra of a finite dimensional Lie algebra is Noetherian.

How we can prove it? Please..
 
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HDB1 said:

Please, I have a question about this:​

The Universal enveloping algebra of a finite dimensional Lie algebra is Noetherian.

How we can prove it? Please..

A module that is also a vector space is Noetherian if and only if it is finite-dimensional. The universal enveloping algebra is both, a module, and a vector space. We must therefore show that the universal enveloping algebra of a finite-dimensional Lie algebra is finite-dimensional, too. This is the statement of the Poincaré-Birkhoff-Witt theorem, proven by Humphreys (GTM 9) in chapters 17.3 and 17.4., Corollary 17.3.C.
 
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Thank you so much, @fresh_42 , please, why Universal enveloping algebra is module? PBW theorem gives a basis of Universal enveloping algebra, but please, why it is finite dimensional? please,

I thougt in general: lie lagebra is finite dimensioal, and its universal enveloping is infinite dimensional.

Thanks in advance, :heart:
 
HDB1 said:
Thank you so much, @fresh_42 , please, why Universal enveloping algebra is module? PBW theorem gives a basis of Universal enveloping algebra, but please, why it is finite dimensional? please,

I thougt in general: lie lagebra is finite dimensioal, and its universal enveloping is infinite dimensional.

Thanks in advance, :heart:
It is a ##\mathbb{K}##-vector space and as such a ##\mathbb{K}##-module. We say vector space and finite-dimensional in case the scalars are from a field, and we say module and finitely generated in case the scalars are from a ring, e.g. the integers.

The question is: How do you define Noetherian? It is usually defined for rings and modules. E.g. a module is Noetherian if it is finitely generated. But finitely generated modules over a ring that is a field like in our case, are automatically finite-dimensional vector spaces. And PBW makes sure that the universal enveloping algebra of a finite-dimensional Lie algebra is again finite-dimensional.
 
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