Difference between vector and vector space?

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The discussion focuses on the fundamental concepts of linear algebra, specifically the distinctions between vectors and vector spaces. A vector is an element of a vector space, which is a collection of vectors that can be scaled and added together. Key terms such as "trivial solution," "scalar," "dimension," and the "rank-nullity theorem" are also explored, providing a comprehensive understanding of these mathematical principles.

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can any1 pls tell me or explain the following..?

1.wat is the meaning of trivial solution?
2.wat is the difference between vector and vector space?
3.wat is vector space...?
4.why is the element in a field is called scalar?
5.how to illustrate a vector space over a field?
6.wat is dimension?
7.wat is the meaning of dimensions of the image ??
8.wat is the meaning of rank(A) and null(A)..?
9.watis the use of the rank-nullity theroem ??
 
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1.wat is the meaning of trivial solution?
http://www.mathwords.com/t/trivial.htm
https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=237796

2.wat is the difference between vector and vector space?
3.wat is vector space...?
5.how to illustrate a vector space over a field?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vector_space

4.why is the element in a field is called scalar?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scale_factor

6.wat is dimension?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hamel_dimension

7.wat is the meaning of dimensions of the image ??
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Column_space

8.wat is the meaning of rank(A) and null(A)..?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rank_(linear_algebra )
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kernel_(matrix )

9.watis the use of the rank-nullity theroem ??
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rank-nullity_theorem
 
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