Calculate the elements of the Riemann tensor

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The discussion focuses on computing 21 elements of the Riemann curvature tensor in four dimensions, emphasizing the use of symmetries to derive additional elements. Initially, there is confusion about the number of unique components, as the participant lists 24 elements without understanding why only 21 are needed. Clarification is provided that there are 20 independent components due to certain elements being zero, which was overlooked. Resources are shared to help understand the properties of the tensor and the reasoning behind the count of independent components. Ultimately, the participant expresses gratitude for the guidance and indicates a better understanding of the problem.
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Homework Statement


Compute 21 elements of the Riemann curvature tensor in for dimensions. (All other elements should be able to produce through symmetries)


Homework Equations


R_{abcd}=R_{cdab}
R_{abcd}=-R_{abdc}
R_{abcd}=-R_{bacd}



The Attempt at a Solution


I don't see how 21 elements can be enough,
for example
abcd
0000
1111
2222
3333
1110
1100
1000
2220
2200
2000
3330
3300
3000
0012
0120
0023
0230
1112
1122
1212
2223
2233
2323

I am already up to 24 elements and I am not even sure if this is enough to derive all the other ones. Am I missunderstanding something?
According to http://mathworld.wolfram.com/RiemannTensor.html it should be possible, but I really don't see it right now.
Any hints would be appreciated.
 
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There are 20 components of the tensor which can be non-zero. For example R0000 is certainly 0 (why?)
 
Ah of course, there are some elements that are zero. I don't know why I didn't checked that first. Thanks for quick replies, I think I got it right now :)
 

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