How to prove that a group of order prime number is cyclic without using isomorphism?

In summary, The conversation discusses how to prove that a group of order prime number is cyclic without using isomorphism/coset and the possibility of using basic knowledge about group/subgroup/cyclic to prove it. The speaker also mentions not knowing about morphism/coset/index and asks for hints or a simple yes/no answer. A potential hint is given about using Lagrange's theorem and looking at the subgroup generated by any element of the group.
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How to prove that a group of order prime number is cyclic without using isomorphism/coset?
Can i prove it using basic knowledge about group/subgroup/cyclic(basic)?
I just learned basic and have not yet learned morphism/coset/index.



Can you guys kindly give me some hints or just answer yes/no? No solution for this question please and i am not posting HW.
 
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kntsy said:
How to prove that a group of order prime number is cyclic without using isomorphism/coset?
Can i prove it using basic knowledge about group/subgroup/cyclic(basic)?
I just learned basic and have not yet learned morphism/coset/index.



Can you guys kindly give me some hints or just answer yes/no? No solution for this question please and i am not posting HW.

Are you familiar with Lagrange's theorem? If not, look it up, then take any element of the group and look at the subgroup that it generates. What can you say about it?
 

1. How do you define a cyclic group?

A cyclic group is a group that can be generated by a single element, known as a generator, through repeated application of its operation. This means that every element in the group can be expressed as a power of the generator.

2. What is the significance of a group of order prime number being cyclic?

A group of order prime number being cyclic means that it has a unique subgroup of every possible order, making it a highly structured and predictable group. This property is useful in many mathematical applications and proofs.

3. Can you prove that a group of order prime number is cyclic without using isomorphism?

Yes, there are multiple ways to prove that a group of order prime number is cyclic without using isomorphism. One approach is to use the Fundamental Theorem of Finite Abelian Groups, which states that every finite abelian group is isomorphic to a direct product of cyclic groups. Since the group in question is of prime order, it can only be isomorphic to a single cyclic group of that order.

4. What are some other techniques for proving that a group of order prime number is cyclic?

Other techniques for proving that a group of order prime number is cyclic include using the Lagrange's theorem, which states that the order of any subgroup of a group divides the order of the group itself. This can be used to show that the only possible subgroups of a group of prime order are the trivial subgroup and the entire group, indicating that the group is cyclic.

5. Why is it important to be able to prove that a group of order prime number is cyclic?

Being able to prove that a group of order prime number is cyclic allows us to better understand the structure and properties of the group. It also allows us to make use of the unique properties of cyclic groups in various mathematical applications and proofs. Additionally, this knowledge can help us to solve more complex problems and make connections to other areas of mathematics.

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