Finding Isomorphisms between Groups: D6, A4, S3xZ2, G

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This discussion focuses on finding isomorphisms between the groups $D_6$, $A_4$, $S_3 \times \Bbb{Z}_2$, and a group $G$ generated by elements $a$, $b$, and $c$ with specific relations. The key conclusion is that the orders of the generators are crucial in determining the existence of isomorphisms; for example, $D_6$ has a generator of order 6, while $A_4$ has a maximum element order of 3, confirming that no isomorphism exists between these two groups. The multiplication table of the generators is a practical tool for identifying potential isomorphisms.

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  • Understanding group theory concepts, particularly group orders
  • Familiarity with the groups $D_6$, $A_4$, and $S_3 \times \Bbb{Z}_2$
  • Knowledge of group generators and their relations
  • Ability to construct and analyze multiplication tables for groups
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  • Study the properties of dihedral groups, specifically $D_6$
  • Explore the structure and properties of alternating groups, focusing on $A_4$
  • Learn how to construct multiplication tables for groups
  • Investigate the concept of group homomorphisms and isomorphisms in depth
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This discussion is beneficial for mathematicians, particularly those specializing in abstract algebra, as well as students and educators seeking to deepen their understanding of group isomorphisms and their applications.

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I'm having a bit of problem trying to find isomorphisms between the following groups:
$D_6$, $A_4$, $S_3 \times \Bbb{Z}_2$, and $G$.
  • G is a group generated by $a, b, c$ which follow these rules: $a^2=b^2=c^3=id$ (id = identity), $ca=bc$, $cb=abc$, $ab=ba$.

I can find isomorphisms between basic $\Bbb{Z}'s$ just fine but once I get to these types of groups I come to a complete stop. I know I have to consider the order of their respective elements but I just don't know where to go after that. Could anyone help me at least start one pair?
 
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Enzipino said:
I'm having a bit of problem trying to find isomorphisms between the following groups:
$D_6$, $A_4$, $S_3 \times \Bbb{Z}_2$, and $G$.
  • G is a group generated by $a, b, c$ which follow these rules: $a^2=b^2=c^3=id$ (id = identity), $ca=bc$, $cb=abc$, $ab=ba$.

I can find isomorphisms between basic $\Bbb{Z}'s$ just fine but once I get to these types of groups I come to a complete stop. I know I have to consider the order of their respective elements but I just don't know where to go after that. Could anyone help me at least start one pair?

Hi Enzipino,

To disprove the existence of an isomorphism, an easy check is to look at the orders of the generators.
If they are different, there can't be an isomorphism.

For instance $D_6$ has a generator of order 6, while the highest order of an element in $A_4$ is 3.
Therefore there is no isomorphism.

To find isomorphisms, it's usually easiest to look at the multiplication table of just the generators.
If there is a match, we have an isomorphism.
What are the generators of your groups?
 

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