Algebraic Geometry (2nd question)

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The discussion centers on the generation of the structure sheaf \(\mathcal{O}_{\mathbb{P}^1}(2)\) by the polynomials \(x^2\), \(xy\), and \(y^2\). Participants clarify that \(\mathcal{O}_{\mathbb{P}^1}(2)\) is indeed defined as the graded 2 part of the homogeneous coordinate ring. Understanding this relationship is crucial for grasping the foundational concepts of algebraic geometry.

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Here is a similar one that again tells me that my undestanding of the notions is still not there. I would like to know why the the polynomials x^2, xy, y^2 generate the the structire sheaf on O_P1 (2).
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Isn't \mathcal{O}_{\mathbb{P}^1}(2), by definition, the graded 2 part of the homogeneous coordinate ring?
 

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