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prove that $2+8{\sqrt{-5}}$ is unit and irreducible or not in $\mathbb Z+\mathbb Z{\sqrt{-5}}$.
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The discussion centers on determining whether the element $2 + 8\sqrt{-5}$ is a unit or irreducible in the ring $\mathbb{Z} + \mathbb{Z}\sqrt{-5}$. It is established that $2 + 8\sqrt{-5}$ can be factored as $2(1 + 4\sqrt{-5})$. The definitions of unit and irreducible elements are clarified, with a unit being an element that has a multiplicative inverse, and an irreducible element being a non-zero, non-unit element that cannot be factored into two non-unit elements. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding these definitions to analyze the given expression.
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abs said:prove that $2+8{\sqrt{-5}}$ is unit and irreducible or not in $\mathbb Z+\mathbb Z{\sqrt{-5}}$.
Klaas van Aarsen said:Hint: we can write $2+8{\sqrt{-5}}=2(1+4\sqrt{-5})$.
abs said:please explain in detail if possible
abs said:an element alpha belong to k ia called a unit if alpha divisible by 1.
abs said:dear it is my question if u not solved it then no problem its ok .if u solved it then give me complete explanation thank u so much
abs said:irreducible element:a non zero non unit element alpha belong to k is said to be irreducible if aplha=ab.
either a is unit or b is unit.