Proving Non-Zero Eigenvalues for Rotations in Euclidean Three Space

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Help! (Euclidean three space)

Homework Statement



Given the Euclidean three space R3and if L is a rotation about the origin, can you prove a situation when L(\vec{v})=\lambda \vec{v} and neither lambda or vector v equal zero



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I understand that it is a full rotation of 2 pi but I do not know exactly how to prove it.
 
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Think about the axis of rotation.
 


HallsofIvy said:
Think about the axis of rotation.

I need to see how to make the proof. I understand the concept. I just do not know how to write it down in math terms.
 
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